B&A is looking for an Agile Project Manager to support our corporate office. As an Agile Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of software projects by applying agile principles and methodologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires a strong background in Java development, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and expe... more details
At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. Wed love for you to join our team!
Job Summary
B&A is looking for an Agile Project Manager to support our corporate office. As an Agile Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the successful delivery of software projects by applying agile principles and methodologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires a strong background in Java development, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and expertise as a Scrum Master.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects using agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban.
- Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team.
- Work closely with product owners, stakeholders, and development teams to define project scope, requirements, and timelines.
- Manage project priorities, dependencies, and risks to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
- Act as a Scrum Master, coaching and mentoring team members on agile best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Utilize Java development skills to provide technical guidance and support to development teams as needed.
- Implement DevOps practices to streamline the software development lifecycle, including continuous integration, deployment, and monitoring.
- Leverage cloud technologies to optimize scalability, performance, and reliability of software applications.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
- A minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.
- Required Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Required Skills
- Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, Scrum Master, or similar role in software development.
- Strong proficiency in Java development and understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
- Extensive knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and configuration management.
- Hands-on experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Desired Skills
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with agile project management tools such as Jira, Trello, or Asana.
Security Clearance
- Eligible to obtain a security clearance.
More About B&A:
Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
B&A affirms its long-standing commitment to maintain a diverse workforce reflective of the communities in which it operates, strives to maintain a business culture that recognizes the contributions and interests of diverse cultural and social groups, and seeks to maximize employee efforts by understanding individual differences and perspectives.
Benefits and Programs
B&A is proud to offer full time employees a 100% premium paid medical plan option, which includes coverage for medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, disability, Teladoc, and accident insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, tuition assistance, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, commuter transit benefits (SmartBenefits) for DC Metro full-time employees and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU).
B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance.
These include:
- The B&A Cares program: on-staff registered counselor, 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, wellness challenges, and more
- A formal mentorship program
- Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
- Brand Ambassador program
- Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP): engagement through guided wellness and peer recognition. Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
- Monthly virtual events
- B&A Annual Wellness Challenge: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, and #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more
At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&As offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.
EEO is the Law
Affirmative Action Plan
As a federal government contractor and based on Executive Orders and applicable laws and regulations, B&A develops and maintains annual written Affirmative Action Plans and endeavors to hire and advance qualified minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.
