Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and delivery-focused Agile Project Manager to join our growing team. This role is central to ensuring the successful delivery of client projects using Agile methodologies, with a strong emphasis on communication, team coordination, and transparent planning via Azure DevOps. You'll be responsible for leading cross-functional teams through the entire software development lifecycle—from initial discovery to final release.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Use Azure DevOps for backlog management, sprint planning, tracking progress, and reporting.
• Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to define clear project scopes, goals, and deliverables.
• Maintain project roadmaps, timelines, and resource plans while adapting to changing requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations and building strong relationships.
• Facilitate smooth collaboration across development, design, QA, and DevOps teams.
• Identify and manage project risks, dependencies, and impediments proactively.
• Promote continuous improvement by facilitating feedback loops and adopting Agile best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of project management experience delivering bespoke software solutions in an Agile environment.
• Hands-on experience managing work and teams using Azure DevOps.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for managing both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Experience working in a client-facing delivery role.

Desirable Qualifications

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification.
• Familiarity with Azure ecosystem, cloud-native applications, or DevOps practices.
• Technical literacy or background in software engineering or product development.
• Experience facilitating workshops (e.g., user story mapping, sprint goals, or backlog grooming sessions).

About Kohde

Kohde is a bespoke software development company based in South Africa that loves solving complex business problems through quality software that adds value to organisations and assists them on their journey to digital transformation.

Over the past decade, we have solidified our position as a steadfast development partner for numerous clients spanning diverse industries, including agriculture, financial services, telecommunications, healthcare, banking, auctioneers, and more.

Kohde writes best-in-class software and takes enormous pride in the quality of solutions we deliver, adding value to our clients and helping their businesses prepare for their digital futures.