Lead Agile Program Manager, Monotype
Typeface design company
Open for applications
Typeface design company
1001+ employees
Open for applications
1001+ employees
Company mission
To deliver the design assets, technologies, and expertise required for brands to build authentic, memorable experiences at every possible touchpoint.
Role
Who you are
- As a Lead Agile Program Manager the ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex programs as well as extensive experience using exceptional leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of stakeholder management and risk mitigation
- They should be comfortable with Enterprise Agile Processes and frameworks such as Scrum at Scale and concepts relating to Agile Transformation of organizations
- 7+ years of experience in program management with a focus on Agile methodologies (e.g., SAFe, Scrum, Kanban), large-scale technology initiatives, and enterprise transformation
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred) or relevant experience
- Proven track record of managing enterprise-wide technology solutions, such as ERP implementations, digital transformations, cloud migrations, or other large projects
- Hands-on experience scaling Agile practices in an enterprise environment, driving Agile transformation from the ground up, and supporting large Agile teams across diverse functions
- Experience working with senior leadership and managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver business-critical programs
- Expertise in Agile frameworks and experience in adapting these methodologies to the needs of large organizations
- Strong knowledge of enterprise technologies, cloud platforms, and system integration best practices
- Experience in implementing and driving technology strategies that deliver measurable results, improve customer experiences, and enable business growth
- Exceptional leadership skills, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and enabling teams to reach their full potential
- Advanced problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, with the ability to manage complex projects and navigate ambiguous situations
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present technical concepts and Agile processes to non-technical stakeholders
- PMP required / PMI-ACP preferred
- Enterprise Agile Certifications preferred
- Technology certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) are a plus
- Innovative Thinker: Ability to envision and drive new approaches to technology delivery that transform the business and improve processes
- Agile Champion: Passionate about Agile principles and practices, with a focus on continuous improvement and scaling Agile across large organizations
- Strategic & Tactical: Ability to think strategically while also managing the day-to-day tactical execution of complex programs and projects
- Strong Influencer: Capable of building relationships and influencing decisions across senior leadership, business units, and technical teams
- Adaptable & Resilient: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment, handling complexity, and navigating challenges effectively
What the job involves
- They should be ready to collaborate with senior leadership, and ensure the delivery of key initiatives on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic goals
- Lead and manage end-to-end program delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and organizational priorities
- Lead the implementation and scaling of Agile frameworks across the enterprise to optimize program delivery and value realization
- Oversee multiple cross-functional teams, ensuring processes are applied consistently across the organization while tailoring them to fit business needs and technology requirements
- Develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for Agile adoption at scale, identifying key milestones, risks, and dependencies in alignment with business priorities
- Facilitate the adoption of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.) across the organization, driving transformation initiatives that improve efficiency, delivery speed, and business outcomes
- Continuously evaluate and improve program management processes, tools, and methodologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Be a key contributor back to the organization PMO
- Work closely with project managers, product managers, engineering teams, marketing, and other departments to ensure the smooth execution of program milestones and ensure that initiatives are aligned with the company’s strategic vision
- Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders such as product owners, business analysts, engineers, and other functional areas
- Serve as the central point of contact for stakeholders, providing transparency around program progress, timelines, budgets, and risks, and ensuring that feedback is incorporated into the process
- Provide coaching and mentorship to teams and leaders in adopting Agile methodologies, ensuring that all levels of the organization are aligned and empowered
- Promote Agile best practices, continuous improvement, and the use of Agile metrics (velocity, burndown charts, etc.) to drive data-informed decision-making
- Support Scrum Masters and Product Owners in their roles, providing guidance and troubleshooting to address Agile challenges at scale
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure the successful delivery of technology and Agile programs, focusing on dependencies, resource constraints, and external factors
- Lead the resolution of program issues through collaborative problem-solving, ensuring minimal disruption to timelines and business operations
- Define program governance structures to ensure alignment, decision-making, and oversight across all enterprise initiatives
- Establish and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs), program timelines, and deliverables to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Report on program health, risks, and status to executive leadership, ensuring clear communication and effective decision-making at all levels
- Drive change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions when implementing new processes, technologies, and Agile frameworks across the organization
- Engage stakeholders at all levels, ensuring clear and consistent communication, and addressing concerns or resistance to change
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Monotype is a giant in the typeface industry, with well over 100 years in the business. It owns the rights to over 10,000 fonts, including A-list players like Helvetica and Times New Roman. Whilst typeface creation might not seem to be the booming industry it once was, Monotype is carving out some interesting new development opportunities in the hopes of further growth.
As more major organizations go digital, and go global, they need to carry their house image across a growing number of diverse markets (and languages) and render the fonts in high definition. Monotype has been developing a strong reputation for designing multi-lingual brand identities - for example, for the city of Dubai - but also works with Google to bring hundreds of historically unrendered fonts online.
In this way, Monotype is smartly transitioning from a designer/developer of contemporary fonts to a facilitator helping brands to expand globally and into the digital space. With offerings in place to provide this service to fast-growing industries like gaming and online streaming, Monotype is hitching its wagon to hugely lucrative markets.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
22% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Extensive development and training offerings
- Highly engaged Events Committee to keep work enjoyable
- Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage to meet all your healthcare needs
- Flexible work arrangements and unlimited vacation and sick time
- Generous 401k match to save for your future, and so much more!
Company HQ
Woburn, MA
Leadership
Ninan Chacko
(CEO)Has held a range of senior leadership positions, including Senior Vice President at Sabre Holdings, CCO of Worldspan, CEO of PR Newswire, and CEO of Travel Leaders Group. Serves on the board at Leaders' Quest and TripFactory.
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