Sobre esta vaga de Software Delivery Manager na BearingPoint Ireland
Software Delivery Manager
We are looking for a driven and technically fluent Software Delivery Manager to lead software delivery teams on client engagements. Operating at Manager level, you will take day-to-day ownership of project delivery, team coordination, and client communication. You will work closely with Senior Delivery Managers, Architects, and engineering leads to ensure high-quality, iterative delivery of software solutions. The Software Delivery Manager operates within an overall programme context, with strategic and commercial accountability retained by the Senior Software Delivery Manager
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Owns day-to-day delivery execution within agreed programme constraints.
- Lead day-to-day delivery of software projects and workstreams, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, quality, and budget.
- Manage cross-functional delivery teams of engineers, testers, and business analysts, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
- Plan and manage sprints, releases, and programme increments using Agile and Scrum practices.
- Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for client project teams, building strong working relationships and trust.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate delivery risks and issues, escalating appropriately to Senior Delivery Managers and/or Programme Lead.
- Prepare and present regular project status reports, dashboards, and governance packs to internal and client stakeholders.
- Support commercial activities including change request management, time tracking, and budget monitoring.
- Collaborate with Software Architects and technical leads to ensure solutions are delivered to agreed quality standards.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of delivery practices, tooling, and team processes.
- Support the onboarding, coaching, and development of junior team members.
- Ensure Agile principles and processes are applied appropriately across teams.
- Translate technical risks, constraints, and issues into clear language for stakeholders.
- Work with the Technical Lead and QA Lead to understand technical blockers, architectural considerations, and quality risks, ensuring these are represented in delivery planning.
- Coordinate with Team Leads / Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Technical Lead, and QA Lead to align delivery with technical and quality objectives.
- Consolidate delivery status and provide reporting to the Programme Lead and stakeholders.
- Act as the point of contact for Team Leads / Scrum Masters, ensuring their escalations are addressed and teams remain unblocked.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams, focusing on delivery efficiency and predictability.
- Release Management – coordinate both internal and external activities to ensure all prerequisites are met in a timely manner, appropriate resources are in place, and all relevant communications are provided.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential:
- 10+ years of experience in software delivery, project management, or a related technical discipline.
- Solid experience delivering software projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies in a professional services or product environment.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), DevOps principles, and modern engineering practices.
- Proven ability to manage client relationships effectively and communicate clearly at various levels of seniority.
- Experience using delivery and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or equivalent.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure, and drive delivery in ambiguous or fast-paced environments.
Desirable:
- Experience working in a management consultancy or systems integrator environment.
- Relevant certifications: PSM, PRINCE2, AgilePM, PMP, or equivalent.
- Familiarity with cloud-native delivery in any of the following AWS, Azure or GCP and CI/CD pipelines.
- Exposure to scaled delivery frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS.
- Degree in technical discipline (Software engineering etc)
Why you will enjoy working at BearingPoint Ireland?
We work in an open and collaborative way, where new ideas are always welcome. BearingPoint is an environment where potential and high performance is recognised and rewarded.
What we offer:
You will receive a competitive salary where you are rewarded for both your individual performance and company performance. You will also receive a best-in-class benefits package including holidays, private health insurance, pension contributions, gym/club subscription, wellness programmes, mobile phone and much more. In addition, we offer:
Hybrid working – where each team has autonomy to determine their in-person and remote working schedule.
Continuous learning – we understand that it is imperative to invest in our people’s development and we provide external training at prestigious universities such as Oxford and Yale
Social events – our people perform best when they have a good work life balance, monthly events for all to attend
Diversity – we are committed to having a diverse workforce where each individual feels they belong and can thrive in a work environment with a strong sense of community
Mentoring & coaching – every employee has a development manager to help them grow their career with feedback via continuous conversations
Giving Back – you will have an opportunity to join our many giving back initiatives including our commitment to sustainability. Our Emissions Calculator gathers accurate emissions data and enables our clients to understand their footprint and track progress on emission reduction and pave the way for a better future.
Together, we are more than business.
To see more from our people with their experiences of BearingPoint please visit our careers website www.bearingpoint.com
About BearingPoint
BearingPoint is an independent management and technology consultancy with European roots and a global reach. The company operates in four units: Consulting, Solutions, Business Services, and Ventures. Consulting covers the advisory business; Solutions provides the tools for successful digital transformation, advanced analytics and regulatory requirements; Business Services provides managed services beyond SaaS; Ventures drives the financing and development of start-ups. BearingPoint’s clients include many of the world’s leading companies and organizations. The firm has a global consulting network with more than 10,000 people and supports clients in over 75 countries, engaging with them to achieve measurable and sustainable success.
BearingPoint is an equal opportunities employer.
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