About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a trusted global innovator of business and technology services, committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success.
We have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies.
Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation, and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity.
We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world.
NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
Description of Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated Delivery Manager with a keen delivery mindset to join our team and be part of a major transformation project.
The role involves managing and optimizing delivery of the Product backlog to maximize value of the product/services delivered.
Main Responsibilities
* Be the primary point of contact to various stakeholders, on behalf of the Project team and identify the product requirements for the development team.
* Help and guide the Product Owner to prioritize a product backlog that aligns with the Project vision and goals, and continuously refine it based on feedback and changing business needs.
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g. developers, design team leads, quality assurance) to ensure that the product/service delivered meets customer needs and is delivered on time.
* Review and ensure that the product backlog items are clearly defined, well understood, and properly estimated by the development team.
* Continuously monitor the product's performance and gather feedback from customers and stakeholders, using data-driven insights to make informed decisions and prioritize future improvements.
* Keep the Delivery Squad focused on deliverables for each sprint and maintain the focus across various sprints.
* Collaborate with product owners of different squads and design leads to effectively deliver the committed backlog items across sprints.
* Improve the squad's delivery capacity by analyzing key concern areas during sprint retrospectives and provide timely support for the squad members as and when required.
Critical Success Factors
* Demonstrate leadership and ownership of the product/project, inspiring others to share and contribute to the product/project vision and goals.
* Continuously monitor the project's and squad's performance, gather feedback from various stakeholders, and respond/take actions to show continuous improvement.
* Use data-driven insights to make informed decisions and prioritize future improvements.
* Take tough decisions on what features/items to include in each sprint or release, based on the value they will deliver to business needs.
* Closely work with the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and the delivery squad to resolve challenges and remove impediments.
* Show commercial acumen and connect easily with the strategy and goals of both the project and business.
Requirements
* 15+ years of overall experience with a minimum of 5+ years as Delivery Manager.
* Extensive experience in managing Product Backlog and Development teams/squads.
* Track record of delivering complex projects through agile processes.
* Exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written).
* Background in Financial Services/Banking domain in Ireland/UK markets will be an added advantage.