Delivery Manager

Location

Remote | United Kingdom

Job description

Position

The Delivery Manager at Sentium is central to leading our engineering teams in designing and delivering advanced data analytics and AI solutions. Essential to every stage of the software development lifecycle, the role blends technical knowledge with project management expertise, particularly within an Agile Scrum framework. Responsibilities include managing daily development activities, reporting progress, addressing challenges with stakeholders, and overseeing the project's completion and delivery. The ideal candidate will efficiently bridge technical and non-technical areas, guaranteeing effective communication, streamlined execution, and strategic team development.

Essential Details 

Location: Remote, United Kingdom
Duration: 3 months, with the possibility of extension to 6 months and more.
Timezone: UK (GMT / GMT+1)
Commitment: Full-time
Start: March 2024

Responsibilities:

• Agile Scrum Management: Oversee software development teams' activities, including sprint planning, task management, backlog maintenance, delivery process optimization, software testing, and release. Implement Agile Scrum methodologies to enhance teams' efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into understandable language and maintaining alignment on project goals (in both pre- and post-sales process). 
• Delivery Reporting: Provide comprehensive updates on project delivery status to both clients and internal stakeholders and prompt communication of any issues.
• Technical Hiring Input: Contribute technical insights to the hiring process by setting technical role requirements and forecasting future technical resource needs in line with the team's growth. 
• Continuous Process Improvement: Championing continuous improvement by staying updated on industry trends and incorporating best practices in project management and technology development.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in managing software development projects, preferably within the delivery of AI solutions. 
• Expertise in Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Git), with a proven track record of improving team efficiency and project delivery. 
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, with the experience in guiding remote teams and facilitating productive collaboration between diverse team members.
• Understanding of software development, machine learning, and AI concepts to effectively oversee technical projects.
• Familiarity with modern application architecture and cloud deployment approaches. 
• Ability to identify business problems and design efficient technological solutions and communicate these concepts clearly.

What does Sentium do?

Sentium is a swiftly rising tech scale-up specialising in generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Data Integration, Data Analytics, and AI Forecasting. Born with a mission to redefine consultancy, particularly in Life Sciences, Finance, and Pharma, Sentium has a portfolio gleaming with transformative projects. From sophisticated predictive Machine Learning designs to grand-scale IoT data architectures, global digital revolutions, and next-gen Business Intelligence, we've made our mark. Beyond consultancy, our dedication to innovation is evident as we channel significant resources into R&D, birthing proprietary advancements in AI, BI, and productivity. Our ambition remains unyielding as we strive for continual growth and enhancement.

What makes Sentium different?

The post-2020 landscape required evolution, and Sentium not only adapted but flourished. Our leadership core finds its heart in London, but our operational ethos is globally remote. This model has enabled us to curate an eclectic mix of talent from four continents and across 11 countries. Such a blend of cultures and skills infuses our endeavours with a depth of insight that remains peerless. When it comes to building our team, we scout for more than just expertise - we value spirited passion and energetic attitudes, ensuring our team exemplifies academic and industry experience.

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