Agile Iterative Development Jobs in Usa

About Us 

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. 

Overview

The Chief Roadmap and Innovation Officer will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our global product and innovation roadmap — unifying near-term priorities with long-term disruptive thinking. This leader will anticipate market trends, and bring to life innovations that define the future of consumer experience and product technology.

In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, while fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, fast and agile excellence. This role leads a global team ensuring consumer-centric, 5-star product development to include developing a product roadmap, building unstoppable teams, and being a thought leader.?

Here are some of the exciting things you'll be doing:

Lead Agile Product Development:

· Maximize revenue and gross margin for each subcategory to deliver at least 20% growth YoY.

· Delivers at least one new product in a new category every year that results in at least $50M in revenue in Year 1.

· Ensures the Product Roadmap delivers viral product performance AND viral product aesthetic by driving ID and CMF excitement from mass production through EOL.

· Oversee a global team with a “fail fast” approach, emphasizing rapid testing, and iteration as well as an insatiable impatience for action.

· Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agility to enhance product offerings.

· Ensure the right processes and practices are in place to support the agile approach.

· Inspire and Empower Teams by leading and managing a global team, coaching and developing them to deliver successful client solutions.

· Cultivate an environment of innovation, autonomy, and high performance.

Operational Excellence:

· Lead the optimization of end-to-end product development processes, from concept ideation through commercialization.

· Continuously assess and refine product development workflows, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency and reduce time-to-market.

· Implement robust project management practices to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of products.

· Oversee the integration of new technologies and best practices in product development to maintain competitive advantage.

· The candidate will be capable to Identify and understand risk and opportunities for improvement through multiple workstreams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

· Provide support to the Engineering teams for the design, development and manufacture for products.

· Foster strong relationships with key departments including R&D, design, marketing, operations, supply chain, and quality control to ensure product development is aligned with customer needs, quality standards, and manufacturing capabilities.

· Act as a bridge between the product development team and other departments, ensuring clear communication and alignment on goals, deliverables, and timelines.

Innovation & Market Insight:

· Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior to drive product innovation and maintain the company's competitive edge.

· Identify and analyze consumer needs and market opportunities, ensuring the product portfolio aligns with evolving customer preferences.

· Build strategic partnerships with vendors, technology providers, and innovation hubs to stay ahead in the industry.

Financial & Resource Management:

· Ensure that the most cost-effective way is sought to achieve the relevant primary functions whilst ensuring quality / reliability

· Manage the product development budget, ensuring cost efficiency and high ROI.

· Optimize the product development processes, supply chain, and resource allocation for maximum efficiency.

· Drive P&L ownership of the product portfolio, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.

· Manage talent development, and hiring to ensure the team has the required skills and capacity to execute the product strategy.

Risk Management & Compliance:

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with the product development process, including supply chain disruptions, manufacturing delays, and regulatory challenges.

· Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines throughout the product lifecycle.

Performance Tracking & Reporting:

· Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for product development operations, tracking progress against goals and providing regular updates to executive leadership.

· Leverage data analytics to identify areas for process improvement and decision-making.

Qualifications / Requirements

The successful candidate will have proven manufacturing / quality leadership experience and the ability to deliver results in larger matrix organizations.

· 15+ years of experience in product development within the consumer products industry (e.g., CPG, electronics, home goods, beauty, apparel, etc.).

· Proven track record of leading product innovation and successful launches at a large-scale company or high-growth brand.

· Strong background in R&D, design thinking, and market-driven product strategies.

· Experience managing large teams and complex product portfolios.

· Deep knowledge of consumer insights, supply chain, regulatory standards, and sustainability trends.

· Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).?

Additional Requirements

· Fanatical drive for edge: The ability to remain vigilant, with a productive paranoia around where things might be off track but to be equally driven to get to a differentiated enough insight to create a competitive advantage.

· Genuine belief & commitment: Deeply bought into the OE approach to creating value. They don’t fight the system or try to bring just a “best practice” approach from somewhere else.

· Deep-seated confidence: Enormous confidence in your own ability to solve any problem that is put in front of you. These problems are not solved through creative genius or a brilliant insight, but by breaking them down into pieces, trying something, learning, and pivoting.

· Insatiable impatience for action: Ability to recognize that if they aren’t working on a problem, they are falling behind someone who is. Personally own the outcomes and take daily action, and learn from i

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. 

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more. 

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

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  For candidates based in all regions, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.

  
  
  
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  For candidates based in China, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.

  
  
  
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

About Us 

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. 

Overview

The Chief Roadmap and Innovation Officer will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of our global product and innovation roadmap — unifying near-term priorities with long-term disruptive thinking. This leader will anticipate market trends, and bring to life innovations that define the future of consumer experience and product technology.

In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, while fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, fast and agile excellence. This role leads a global team ensuring consumer-centric, 5-star product development to include developing a product roadmap, building unstoppable teams, and being a thought leader.?

Here are some of the exciting things you'll be doing:

Lead Agile Product Development:

· Maximize revenue and gross margin for each subcategory to deliver at least 20% growth YoY.

· Delivers at least one new product in a new category every year that results in at least $50M in revenue in Year 1.

· Ensures the Product Roadmap delivers viral product performance AND viral product aesthetic by driving ID and CMF excitement from mass production through EOL.

· Oversee a global team with a “fail fast” approach, emphasizing rapid testing, and iteration as well as an insatiable impatience for action.

· Foster a culture of continuous improvement and agility to enhance product offerings.

· Ensure the right processes and practices are in place to support the agile approach.

· Inspire and Empower Teams by leading and managing a global team, coaching and developing them to deliver successful client solutions.

· Cultivate an environment of innovation, autonomy, and high performance.

Operational Excellence:

· Lead the optimization of end-to-end product development processes, from concept ideation through commercialization.

· Continuously assess and refine product development workflows, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency and reduce time-to-market.

· Implement robust project management practices to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of products.

· Oversee the integration of new technologies and best practices in product development to maintain competitive advantage.

· The candidate will be capable to Identify and understand risk and opportunities for improvement through multiple workstreams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

· Provide support to the Engineering teams for the design, development and manufacture for products.

· Foster strong relationships with key departments including R&D, design, marketing, operations, supply chain, and quality control to ensure product development is aligned with customer needs, quality standards, and manufacturing capabilities.

· Act as a bridge between the product development team and other departments, ensuring clear communication and alignment on goals, deliverables, and timelines.

Innovation & Market Insight:

· Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and consumer behavior to drive product innovation and maintain the company's competitive edge.

· Identify and analyze consumer needs and market opportunities, ensuring the product portfolio aligns with evolving customer preferences.

· Build strategic partnerships with vendors, technology providers, and innovation hubs to stay ahead in the industry.

Financial & Resource Management:

· Ensure that the most cost-effective way is sought to achieve the relevant primary functions whilst ensuring quality / reliability

· Manage the product development budget, ensuring cost efficiency and high ROI.

· Optimize the product development processes, supply chain, and resource allocation for maximum efficiency.

· Drive P&L ownership of the product portfolio, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.

· Manage talent development, and hiring to ensure the team has the required skills and capacity to execute the product strategy.

Risk Management & Compliance:

· Identify and mitigate risks associated with the product development process, including supply chain disruptions, manufacturing delays, and regulatory challenges.

· Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental guidelines throughout the product lifecycle.

Performance Tracking & Reporting:

· Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for product development operations, tracking progress against goals and providing regular updates to executive leadership.

· Leverage data analytics to identify areas for process improvement and decision-making.

Qualifications / Requirements

The successful candidate will have proven manufacturing / quality leadership experience and the ability to deliver results in larger matrix organizations.

· 15+ years of experience in product development within the consumer products industry (e.g., CPG, electronics, home goods, beauty, apparel, etc.).

· Proven track record of leading product innovation and successful launches at a large-scale company or high-growth brand.

· Strong background in R&D, design thinking, and market-driven product strategies.

· Experience managing large teams and complex product portfolios.

· Deep knowledge of consumer insights, supply chain, regulatory standards, and sustainability trends.

· Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).?

Additional Requirements

· Fanatical drive for edge: The ability to remain vigilant, with a productive paranoia around where things might be off track but to be equally driven to get to a differentiated enough insight to create a competitive advantage.

· Genuine belief & commitment: Deeply bought into the OE approach to creating value. They don’t fight the system or try to bring just a “best practice” approach from somewhere else.

· Deep-seated confidence: Enormous confidence in your own ability to solve any problem that is put in front of you. These problems are not solved through creative genius or a brilliant insight, but by breaking them down into pieces, trying something, learning, and pivoting.

· Insatiable impatience for action: Ability to recognize that if they aren’t working on a problem, they are falling behind someone who is. Personally own the outcomes and take daily action, and learn from i

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. 

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more. 

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day.  Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.  

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA. 

Learn more about us:  
Life At SharkNinja  
Outrageously Extraordinary 

SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice

• 
  
• 
  

  For candidates based in all regions, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.

  
  
  
• 
  

  For candidates based in China, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.

  
  
  
• 
  

  For candidates based in Vietnam, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.

  
  
  

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at 

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the Phantom Works Open Architecture Systems Integrated Software (OASIS) Solutions team located in Tukwila, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

Phantom Works is an advanced research and development organization responsible for engaging customers through cutting-edge visual modeling and simulation; innovating cross-cutting concepts and technologies; prototyping solutions to extend current products and win new programs; and developing new businesses and entering new markets. The organization is seeking software engineers to perform software design and development for projects such as Software Defined Networking for the Department of Air Force Battle Network; Software Defined Radios; and Ground Station software for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles.

The selected team member enjoys working collaboratively with others, has a commitment to customer satisfaction and process improvement, and is successful working in a multi-contract/multi-program environment. He/she will support the development of solutions to a wide range of complex problems that require ingenuity and innovation. He/she should be adaptable to new development environments and eager to work with and learn new technologies.

Position Responsibilities:

• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.
• Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into initial design of software products.
• Develops, maintains, enhances and optimizes software products and functionalities for systems integrations.
• Develops, documents and maintains architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products.
• Debugs and resolves issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Handles user inquiries, troubleshoots technical issues and user feedback analysis.
• Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development.
• Develops, establishes, monitors and improves software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
• Executes and documents software research and development projects.
• Advises on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
• Performs software project management activities and software supplier management functions.
• Tracks and evaluates software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• 6+ years of experience with programming in C++ or Java
• 6+ years of experience working with agile teams and agile software development
• 6+ years of experience with the SDLC (Software/Systems Development Lifecycle)
• Ability to obtain Secret US Security clearance (Post-Start) and Special Access Programs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• Active Secret/Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance
• Experience at system level with aerospace systems.
• Experience with embedded systems
• Experience with software development tools such as Jira, Git and Jenkins and CMake
• Experience with Linux and Windows development
• Familiarity with Link 16, MADL, and/or IP based networking.
• Familiarity with the OMS/UCI systems architecture and common messaging set.
• Familiarity with AMS-GRA and/or the A-GRA government reference architectures.
• Familiarity with modeling in Cameo.

Travel:

This position may require up to 10% travel.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

CodeVue Coding Challenge:

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Senior Level: $171,700 - $232,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 27, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking Software Development Engineer (Associate or Mid Level) to support our Phantom Works Software teamlocated in Tukwila, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization. 

The Boeing Company is looking for a Software Engineer to join the Phantom Works Open Architecture Systems Integrated Software (OASIS) Solutions team located in Tukwila, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.  Phantom Works is an advanced research and development organization responsible for engaging customers through cutting-edge visual modeling and simulation; innovating cross-cutting concepts and technologies; prototyping solutions to extend current products and win new programs; and developing new businesses and entering new markets. The organization is seeking software engineers to perform software design and development for projects such as Software Defined Networking for the Department of Air Force Battle Network; Software Defined Radios; and Ground Station software for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles.

The selected team member enjoys working collaboratively with others, has a commitment to customer satisfaction and process improvement, and is successful working in a multi-contract/multi-program environment. He/she will support the development of solutions to a wide range of complex problems that require ingenuity and innovation. He/she should be adaptable to new development environments and eager to work with and learn new technologies.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate and Mid Level Software Engineers. 

Position Responsibilities:  

• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.
• Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into initial design of software products.
• Develops, maintains, enhances and optimizes software products and functionalities for systems integrations.
• Develops, documents and maintains architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products.
• Debugs and resolves issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Handles user inquiries, troubleshoots technical issues and user feedback analysis.
• Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development.
• Develops, establishes, monitors and improves software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
• Executes and documents software research and development projects.
• Advises on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
• Performs software project management activities and software supplier management functions.
• Tracks and evaluates software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): 

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

• 2+ years of experience with programming in C++ or Java 

• 2+ years of experience working with agile teams and agile software development 

• 2+ years of experience with the SDLC (Software/Systems Development Lifecycle) 

• Ability to obtain Secret US Security clearance (Post-Start) and Special Access Programs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

• Active Secret/Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance
• Experience at system level with aerospace systems.

• Experience with embedded systems

• Experience with software development tools such as Jira, Git and Jenkins and CMake
• Experience with Linux and Windows development
• Familiarity with Link 16, MADL, and/or IP based networking.
• Familiarity with the OMS/UCI systems architecture and common messaging set.
• Familiarity with AMS-GRA and/or the A-GRA government reference architectures.
• Familiarity with modeling in Cameo.

Travel:  

10% 

Drug Free Workplace: 

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

CodeVue Coding Challenge:   

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. 

Pay & Benefits:  

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.   

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.   

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. 

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.   

Summary pay range for Associate Level: $106,250 -$143,750 

Summary pay range for Mid Level: $135,150- $182,850 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 27, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

SUMMARY

The Economic Development & Government Affairs Associate is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and advancing real estate economic development tools and assets covered by these tools to leverage expertise in public-private partnerships, incentives, market intelligence, and strategic relationships. This role focuses on maximizing project feasibility, long-term value, and community alignment while supporting the company’s growth and development objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develops, assists, and helps with negotiating long-term strategies for deploying economic development tools to assist with development and construction growth plans
• Lead business recruitment and development efforts for the company across different industry sectors.
• Identify existing industries with expansion efforts and manage relationships with local businesses.
• Research community impact on development efforts to ensure business goals are accomplished.
• Support economic research to advance business growth.
• Negotiate business development grants, loans, and investment packages with local, state, or federal government.
• Engage with stakeholders, including government officials, educators, and community leaders to align regional interests.
• Build and maintain relationships with governmental, community, and business leaders to facilitate development projects.
• Utilize economic data, GIS mapping, and market trends to identify prime locations and economic opportunities.
• Oversee, direct, and monitor real estate and site development programs to ensure compliance with company goals.
• Collaborate with internal departments on economic development projects.
• Manage current and future Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) agreements.
• Lead Municipal Management Districts (MMD) partnerships and Municipal Utility Districts (MUD) and any other special districts or economic development tools
• Actively seek new business opportunities through networking and outreach.
• Participate in town hall meetings, City Council, Planning and Zoning, MPO, State and Federal meetings, non-profits, conferences, workshops and community development events to establish and build business networks.
• Work collaboratively with team members and across departments.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree required, with master’s degree (MBA, Economics, Public Policy) preferred. Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Must have at least ten (10) years in economic development, corporate real estate, business finance, or related roles.

SKILLS:

Must have the following skills and/or abilities:

• Proficient in Windows operating systems and associated software
• High level negotiation skills
• Ability to lead, present to executives or public boards, and manage complex projects
• Experience working with city, county, state, and federal agencies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with community and governmental leaders effectively
• Knowledge of trends, developments, and techniques in the field of economic development

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Must have a current driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform the following physical activity on a frequent to constant basis:

• Sit for long periods of time while gathering, updating, and validating vendor or supplier cost information or performing other related activities.
• Lift 10–20 lbs. of files, plans, office supplies, or similar items.
• Constantly uses fingers and hands when dialing/answering the telephone and operating a computer or other office machinery, such as a copy machine, scanner, and computer printer.
• Ability to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information through verbal communications in person or detect objects in and around job site over the telephone.
• Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents; operate a computer or other office machinery; or.
• Walk short distances on slippery, even, and/or uneven surfaces.
• Stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, turn, or crawl.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Majority of work is performed in an office atmosphere located inside a building, with building inspections as needed.
• May require infrequent job site visits involve performing work in outdoor weather conditions with exposure to extreme cold, heat, and noise depending upon project site.
• Travel locally and between cities where development is in progress will be expected.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to:

• Adhere to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Project a courteous, professional and positive approach with clients, subcontractors, employees, and authorizing agencies while providing prompt, efficient, and accurate assistance.
• Follow and exchange basic instructions, information, and guidelines.
• Direct and instructs Sub-Contractors effectively with a leadership style that is firm, fair, consistent, and goal oriented.
• Nurture a working environment which encourages employee loyalty, longevity, and satisfaction.
• Creates a culture of customer satisfaction.
• Make independent decisions based on experience or knowledge with minimal supervision.
• Participate in training and development opportunities offered to maintain construction-related software and safety knowledge.
• Communicate and comprehend instructions/directions in accordance with safety requirements, which necessitate no language barriers exist between employees and supervisors.
• Adhere to and perform functions according to company and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Wear personal protective equipment as required such as steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, and the like while conducting job site visits.
• Maintain regular, timely, and predictable attendance.

Title: Development Project Manager

Company: Acquest Development : Buffalo, NY / Rochester, NY

Pay: $100,000 - $130,000 (commensurate with experience)

Acquest Development is seeking a Development Project Manager to support and help drive large-scale industrial and commercial development projects.

This is an ownership-side role focused on development and construction oversight. The Development Project Manager will work directly with senior leadership and serve as a key liaison between ownership, institutional partners, design teams, and General Contractors.

This is not a traditional General Contractor Project Manager position. Rather than direct subcontractor management, this role emphasizes financial oversight, reporting, coordination, and high-level project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in large-scale industrial and commercial development projects from preconstruction through closeout.

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, General Contractors, and institutional stakeholders.

• Assist in managing project budgets including cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Support GMP reviews, change order evaluation, and contract administration.

• Review and reconcile monthly pay applications against approved budgets and forecasts.

• Monitor project schedules and milestone performance.

• Participate in OAC meetings and maintain executive-level reporting documentation.

• Assist with project entitlements, permitting, and agency coordination.

• Identify project risks early and escalate issues to senior leadership proactively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

• 7+ years of commercial or industrial construction experience.

• Exposure to projects exceeding $30M strongly preferred.

• Strong financial aptitude and comfort working within detailed budgets and cost reports.

• Working knowledge of GMP contracts and change management processes.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project schedules.

• Strong communication skills and professional presence.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple concurrent priorities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.

• Performance-based bonus opportunity.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) with employer match.

• Paid Time Off and holidays.

• Employer-paid life and disability coverage

Why Join Acquest Development

Acquest Development is a privately held real estate development firm with over 40 years of experience delivering complex commercial projects nationwide. This role offers direct exposure to large-scale industrial development and a clear path for growth within a scaling platform.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to with the subject line “Development Project Manager - Buffalo.”

SouthEast Effective Development (SEED) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1975. SEED’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Southeast Seattle by creating partnerships and inspiring investments in housing, arts, and economic development - with a special focus on residents with fewer opportunities and resources. SEED works in three key areas: affordable housing, arts and culture (SEEDArts), and economic development. Visit our website for more information. 

SEED owns nearly 1,100 affordable apartments and is an active developer of new buildings, helping to meet the need for affordable homes throughout Southeast Seattle. Award-winning SEEDArts manages Rainier Arts Center, Columbia City Gallery, SEEDArts Studios, and a public art program. Through economic development, SEED works to equitably build economic opportunities. 

2026 is a dynamic time at SEED, building on our recent successes. In the past two years, SEED has raised over $5 million to acquire and preserve both affordable housing and arts space. Last year we launched an annual fundraiser, celebrated our 50th anniversary, and expanded programs to serve low-income residents. Our 2023-2027 strategic plan, grounded in race and social justice, informs the long-term strategies and day-to-day tactics of SEED’s work, including fund development.

The Community

Southeast Seattle is a thriving, complex, and diverse community. SEED is proudly headquartered in zip code 98118, which the US Census Bureau previously named the most racially diverse zip code in the nation. It is home to 40 ethnic groups and 60 languages are spoken in the community. SEED was instrumental in the revival of the Columbia City Historic District and has been deeply involved in community issues. The staff and board of SEED are majority BIPOC.

Position Summary

The Fund Development Director works with the Executive Director, department Directors, and Board of Directors for all aspects of fund development for both SEED and SEEDArts. The Fund Development Director provides leadership on fundraising initiatives including grants, government contracts, donations, corporate sponsorships, and special events. They will identify, organize, and manage fundraising activities with a focus on new opportunities to obtain increased support from individuals, corporations, and foundations.  

The Organization and Leadership

SEED generates approximately $12 Million in annual revenue and has a diverse portfolio of affordable apartment buildings and arts programs. SEED approaches our work with a seasoned team of senior leaders. We are a passionate, collegial group who find joy in our work and are committed to justice in our community. The Fund Development Director will serve on the staff leadership team, alongside the Executive Director, Director of Real Estate Development, Director of Asset and Property Management, Director of Finance, and SEEDArts Director.

SEED embraces hybrid and flexible work environments. This hybrid position is expected to work out of SEED’s offices in Southeast Seattle at least three days a week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive long- and short-term fund development plan for both SEED and SEEDArts; Provide monthly reports to the Executive Director and the board that measure progress towards goals; Broaden SEED’s fundraising by developing approaches such as planned giving, solicitation of bequests, and endowment programs. 

Grants: Manage SEED’s overall grant seeking and reporting process; Build and maintain relationships with government funders and private foundations; Solicit or coordinate the solicitation by other staff and board for grant proposals; Lead grant writing and submission process; Administer all grant contracts and fulfill reporting and invoicing requirements.  

Individual and Corporate Giving: Create and implement strategies for donor development and cultivation to provide a sustainable funding base for SEED; Keep up-to-date on current fundraising programs and procedures used in the nonprofit sector; Develop strategies for solicitation, and solicit or coordinate the solicitation by other staff and board members as appropriate; Develop and implement all aspects of direct donor mailings, appeal letters, and other communications; Manage gift acknowledgements and maintain donor database; Grow SEED’s corporate sponsorship program.

Events: Plan and execute fall fundraiser, Envision, which raises vital unrestricted donations to support SEED’s overall mission, as well as smaller events throughout the year.

Minimum Qualifications

·      Five or more years’ fundraising experience, with a demonstrated track record of fund development growth. Experience with fund development for housing, economic development, arts, and/or in Southeast Seattle preferred. 

·      Demonstrated track record of crafting winning private and public funding proposals. 

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based donor databases (CRM). Experience with Little Green Light a plus. 

·      Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills. 

·      Demonstrated track record of managing fundraising events. 

·      Desire to work as part of a team and willingness to promote SEED’s work.  

·      Willingness to work out of SEED’s headquarters in the vibrant Columbia City neighborhood. 

·      Commitment to racial justice and equity. 

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with public funding and financing sources. 
• Experience working with a volunteer Board of Directors. 
• Passion for strengthening communities. 
• BA/BS degree in related field.  
• Ability to work with minimal supervision – self-motivated and confident.  
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.  
• Ability to work well with people from all backgrounds including high level government executives, local community organizations, funders, and Southeast Seattle residents. 

Compensation

SEED offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance, as well as an organizational retirement plan. The salary range is $90,000 – $110,000 depending on experience. 

To Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and a relevant writing sample in a single PDF to:   Please put “Fund Development Director” in the subject line. This position is open until filled; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

SEED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. People of color, Native and Indigenous people, LGBTQIA people, people with disabilities, and other individuals who bring critical perspectives from historically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. SEED sees the hiring of this position, and all positions, as an opportunity to be a more equitable and racially just organization.

Urban Planner / Architect / Engineer Project Manager

Real Estate Development

Company Overview:

We are a small but prominent real estate development company based in New York City, specializing in the conversion of office buildings into residential condos and rentals, as well as the construction of new ground-up rental and condo buildings in both New York City and nearby New Jersey. With a strong commitment to excellence and innovation, we take pride in transforming urban landscapes and creating spaces that enhance communities.

Position: Project Manager

Location: New York City, NY

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the project manager in overseeing various real estate development projects.
• Coordinate project timelines, schedules, and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
• Assist in managing project budgets, expenses, and financial documentation.
• Conduct research and analysis related to architectural design, engineering, real estate finance, or construction as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, contractors, and financial analysts.
• Prepare and distribute reports, presentations, and correspondence as required.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Real Estate Development.
• 3+ years of experience in real estate development, architecture, engineering, or finance.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in architecture, engineering, or real estate development.
• Knowledge of zoning regulations, building codes, and permit processes in New York City and New Jersey.
• Familiarity with financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting in real estate development.
• Understanding of architectural and engineering design principles and the software utilized to bring those designs to life.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and career advancement potential.

Experience level:

• 3 year minimum

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Manhattan, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $125,000

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Manhattan, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

This position will support the Development team in underwriting, analyzing and modeling various types of real estate transactions and dispositions. The Analyst will assist in due diligence of transactions under consideration, validate underwriting assumptions and prepare presentations regarding potential transactions for review by the investment committee and external partners. The Analyst must possess a deep understanding of real estate dynamics and valuation methodologies within different asset classes and will support capital raising efforts and project management. This position reports directly to the Managing Director of Development. Responsibilities include but, are not limited to:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform financial analysis and underwriting of potential acquisitions and capitalizations. Analysis will include advance operating pro-formas, development budgets and monthly levered cash flow projections.
• Preparation of financial model to include deal level and investor XIRRs and waterfalls.
• Prepare investor and lender packages that include clean underwriting models and Offering Memorandums.
• Ability to identify, source, qualify and use data sources necessary for underwriting.
• Understanding of the macro and micro drivers of real estate value across sectors and their use in effectively underwriting transactions.
• Ability to attend external meetings with various lenders, investors, architects and brokers.
• Prepare bank requisitions and capital calls.
• Coordinate with project accounting teams as needed.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting preferred.
• Prior work experience in Real Estate or Finance.
• Must be very detail oriented and highly organized, with strong accounting, mathematics and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, be resourceful and confident in decision making.
• Requires the ability to perform long-range tasks while handling short-term interruptions.
• Must have a keen sense of urgency.
• Must be able to discreetly handle sensitive and confidential material.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point.
• Comfortable in designing and creating presentations for reporting for key stakeholders.

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

The Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) Program/Project Manager for New Product Development (NPD) provides strategic leadership and hands-on orchestration of complex, cross-functional, system-level engineering programs that span hardware, controls, software and manufacturing domains from concept through commercialization. This leader builds and manages integrated program plans across all functions to deliver innovative solutions that meet the highest safety, quality, cost, customer value and overall business impact. The Program/Project Manager fosters collaboration, innovation and learning across functions and drives execution through schedule integrity (capacity planning, critical path), proactively identifies and mitigates risks, ensures manufacturing and supplier readiness, and facilitates governance using Rite-Hite's New Product Development process and the appropriate Waterfall/Agile/Hybrid methods. Additionally, the Program/Project Manager will help evolve and shape Rite-Hite's NPD process to scale appropriately for the various types of NPD projects and business needs while driving consistent adoption through the NPD stakeholder community. The Program/Project Manager integrates systems thinking, data-driven decision-making, and an iterative approach to accelerate value delivery and build a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.

KEY OUTCOMES

• On-time to launch: 90% of NPD stage gate milestones met; 85% of programs launch on or before target dates.
• Quality at launch and customer value: First-pass build yield and early field performance meet or exceed targets; post-launch defect rate/warranty within target thresholds while delivering tangible customer and market value.
• Business case realization: Internal program cost + orders, sales and margin aligned with business case; variance drivers identified with corrective actions.
• Readiness: Manufacturing, supplier, service and go-to-market readiness complete per integrated system-level program plan; no critical "late surprises."

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Strategic Leadership:

Partner with the business unit leadership team to execute prioritized complex, multi-disciplinary New Product Development programs to deliver target safety, quality, cost, customer value and overall business impact.

• Ensure alignment on requirements (VOC), product/feature scope and acceptance criteria.
• Apply systems engineering management principles to ensure integration across mechanical, controls, electrical, and software disciplines.
• Facilitate business and technical trade-offs to protect customer value; escalate issues with data, options and recommendations.
• Act as a connector between strategy and execution, aligning engineering, product, and business roadmaps.
• Provide thought leadership on program management best practices and emerging trends and supporting technologies in the field.
• Support business unit annual capacity planning to help determine next fiscal year roadmaps and strategic plans.
  

Program and Project Management:

Aligned with the business unit strategy and roadmap, build and maintain integrated program plans across Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Quality, Distribution, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Applications, Service, IT, HR, Legal/IP and Finance.

• Own the integrated program plan with explicit dependencies, resource loading and a continuously maintained critical path.
• Establish and manage scope/schedule/cost baselines with formal change control.
• Maintain a living schedule risk analysis with scenario planning; create what-if plans and recovery paths.
  

Governance and Standardization:

Adhere to enterprise-wide project management methodologies, frameworks and processes. Ensure consistent application of governance policies, risk management, and quality assurance across all projects and programs.

• Operate within Rite-Hite's New Product Development process; scale the process as appropriate for the scope of each program; prepare and run program reviews (core team, stakeholder updates, stage gates with clear entry/exit criteria), documented decisions and follow-ups.
• Champion and continuously improve Rite-Hite's New Product Development stage gate process across all functions with ongoing training, standard tools/templates, and best practice sharing.
• Blend Waterfall/Agile/Hybrid appropriately across hardware and embedded/software components; ensure traceability from requirements to test/validation.
• Identify and eliminate systemic bottlenecks that limit innovation or cross-functional efficiency.
  

Resource Management:

Lead resource planning and allocation across projects and programs to ensure optimal utilization. Identify and resolve labor, asset, plant, vendor, etc. conflicts and ensure adequate staffing for high-priority projects. Proactively surface cross-program dependencies and resolve conflicts.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

Link to established business unit KPIs (e.g., on-time stage gates) and establish program-specific leading indicator KPIs (e.g., critical path health) to monitor program health. Track program budgets, capital/tooling and unit economics; partner with product management and finance on business case gating and post-launch performance. Use data-driven insights to inform decisions and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads without direct authority; fosters a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field from an accredited 4-year university.
• 5-10 years' experience leading complex new product development and system-level programs for industrial/electro-mechanical products or integrated controls-software offerings from concept through launch, with expertise in critical path, dependency mapping and integrated cross-functional planning.
• 3-5 years' experience in a senior role within an EPMO or similar role with oversight of strategic direction or project management across an organization.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional hardware, software and service programs with manufacturing and supply chain integration in a matrix-based organization.
• Experience operating within a stage-gate or milestone NPD process; familiarity with DFM, FMEA, V&V, pilot builds and commercialization.
• Proven track record delivering on schedule and business case with rigorous risk management and change control.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation and stakeholder alignment skills.
• Strong experience in managing relationships, facilitating discussions and resolving conflicts with senior leadership, business leaders and other key stakeholders, with the ability to influence decision-making and drive alignment across an organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience in manufacturing and sales/industrial equipment industries.
• Experience with loading dock equipment, industrial doors, safety barriers, industrial fans and other material-handling/in-plant safety equipment.
• Experience with Jama, Jira and Confluence management tools.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

Title: Enterprise Agile Coach -JIRA/JQL

Terms: Long Term Contract

Location: Atlanta area

Hybrid Role

Must live in Atlanta, GA

3 days a week on site is a requirement

Are you looking for a career opportunity that allows you to grow your career? If so, this opportunity will genuinely excite you! Our client is transforming how their organization services their customers while aligning best in breed technology solutions. We are looking for an Enterprise Agile Coach that has hands-on experience working with JIRA and JQL.This individual will help build out & develop best in class work and work on innovative projects for the business.

Job Title: Enterprise Agile Coach (Jira & JQL Specialist)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Agile Coach with deep expertise in Jira and Jira Query Language (JQL) to drive enterprise Agile maturity, optimize delivery performance, and enhance visibility across portfolios. This role partners with Product, Engineering, PMO, and executive leadership to embed Agile best practices, implement data-driven performance metrics, and leverage Jira as a strategic delivery intelligence platform.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on Agile coaching experience with strong technical fluency in Jira configuration, reporting, workflow design, and advanced JQL querying to enable transparent, scalable delivery operations.

Key Responsibilities

Agile Coaching & Transformation

• Coach Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Release Train Engineers (RTEs), and leadership teams on Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Scrumban).
• Lead Agile maturity assessments and develop improvement roadmaps.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies at team and program levels.
• Drive continuous improvement through inspect-and-adapt practices.
• Support enterprise Agile transformation initiatives.

Jira Administration & Optimization

• Configure and optimize Jira projects, workflows, issue types, permissions, and boards.
• Design scalable Jira frameworks aligned to SDLC governance and compliance requirements.
• Develop standardized templates for epics, features, stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Implement automation rules to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort.
• Maintain alignment between Jira configurations and Agile best practices.

Advanced JQL & Reporting

• Develop complex JQL queries to extract actionable insights across multiple teams and portfolios.
• Create dashboards and executive-level reporting for:
• Velocity trends
• Sprint predictability
• Burn-up / burn-down
• Cycle time & lead time
• Throughput
• Capacity planning
• Dependency tracking
• Partner with leadership to define KPIs and delivery health metrics.
• Train teams on using JQL for self-service reporting and transparency.

Portfolio & Scaling Support

• Enable cross-team coordination (Scrum of Scrums, dependency mapping).
• Support PI planning and scaled Agile events (if SAFe environment).
• Provide portfolio-level analytics using Jira data.
• Align tooling strategy with enterprise governance and compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Agile Coach, Senior Scrum Master, or Agile Transformation Lead.
• Deep expertise in Jira configuration and administration.
• Advanced proficiency in Jira Query Language (JQL).
• Experience designing dashboards and delivery metrics for executive audiences.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban; SAFe preferred).
• Experience coaching multiple teams in complex, enterprise environments.
• Excellent facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Jira Administrator certification.
• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), SAFe Agilist, or equivalent certification.
• Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), PSM II/III, or CSM.
• Experience integrating Jira with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Familiarity with DevOps metrics and CI/CD tooling integrations.

Key Competencies

• Servant leadership
• Data-driven decision making
• Enterprise systems thinking
• Conflict resolution and facilitation
• Organizational change management
• Strong communication and executive presence

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Increased Agile maturity and delivery predictability across teams.
• Standardized, scalable Jira frameworks adopted enterprise wide.
• Clear, executive-level visibility into portfolio health and performance.
• Reduced workflow inefficiencies through automation and governance.
• Empowered teams using Jira and JQL for transparent, data-driven delivery.

About GSquared Group:

Shouldn’t your recruiting partner put as much effort and value into your career as you do? With GSquared Group, we take the time to understand where you would like to take your career and what is important to you.

GSquared Group is a woman-owned boutique technology services company in the Atlanta area. Founded in 2010, we are a premier provider of IT talent search, management consulting, and software development services. We support a diverse client base that spans all industries and includes Fortune 100 to mid-market companies. We offer direct hire placement, contract, and contract-to-hire positions. We are proud to be known by our community for putting relationships at the core of everything we do.

GSquared Benefits:

• Competitive & Comprehensive Healthcare Package (available only for W2 hourly consultants)
• Simple IRA with company match (available only for W2 hourly consultants)
• Professional development & networking opportunities
• A family-friendly environment
• Nice bonuses for referrals
• A culture that supports you and your career

Hear what others are saying on Glassdoor:

The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 20,000 healthcare professionals and team members with close to 1,500 health and wellness offices across 50 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and AZPetVet. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.

As a reflection of our current needs and planned growth we are very pleased to offer a new opportunity to join our dedicated team at Aspen Dental as a Senior Manager, L&D, Non-Clinical.

Job Summary:

This Senior Manager is an important part of the Learning and Development team and has accountability for development strategies and programs for non-clinical team members. This role will report to the Director, L&D and partner closely with the Field leadership team to create and implement learning solutions and programming that support field team members at all stages of their development.

This Senior Manager is a proven leader who can effectively collaborate with the Field leadership team and other partners in Learning & Development and Human Resources. This leader is a strong performance consultant who can develop solutions and programming to build foundational to advanced knowledge, skills and abilities. This leader has experience orchestrating organizationally complex work and demonstrating business impact through data. This leader must also be hands-on with a willingness to analyze and build, unafraid to roll-up their sleeves to get projects done.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Field leadership team and the broader L&D and HR teams to understand specific development needs for Aspen Dental field team members, including operations skill development, leadership and professional development and business management skills.
• Design, develop and deliver a suite of highly effective learning solutions, programs, tools and resources. Solutions may include formal learning programs, experiential learning assignments, coaching, etc.
• Create and enable successful learning plans for each role including PSC, OM, OL, RM and TD.
• Manage learning and development Field programs from end-to-end, design, development, communication, facilitation, implementation and program analysis.
• Drive a learning culture within the Field team.
• Understand the specific needs of each learner audience so you can advocate and adapt for their specific needs and preferences.
• Lead a team of end-to-end, non-clinical L&D professionals, providing direction, coaching and support to optimize the performance and potential of each team member.
• Evaluate existing Field programs/content for impact and alignment with organizational needs. Iterate and provide recommendations for learning experiences that increase reach, impact, and future capability requirements.
• Use data to measure success: learn, iterate, and improve; analyze trends and develop proactive actions to improve the experience for future learners.
• Serve as a Learning and Development thought partner. Proactively research and identify opportunities to apply new thinking to improve effectiveness and on the job performance. Stay in touch with learning field trends and best practices.
• Partner with others to solve business problems and execute learning and development initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Education Level: Bachelor’s degree required
• A minimum of 7+ years of relevant learning and development experience, ideally in a fast-paced organization with a distributed workforce.
• A minimum of 5 years project management experience using project management tools to manage medium to large scale content development projects.
• A minimum of 3+ years leading a team of L&D professionals.
• Advanced understanding of adult learning theory and principles.
• Highly developed skill in instructional design and implementing development programs for all audiences.
• Strong business insight, with the ability to credibly make a business case, by linking current and anticipated business challenges with learning and development solutions.
• Well versed in multiple applications of digital learning, just-in-time / micro-learning, and blended learning strategies.
• Strong capabilities in data analytics (as it pertains to measuring learning).
• Experience providing consultation to senior leadership on strategic initiatives.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels in the organization and extreme flexibility to be proactive in a fast paced, ever-changing environment.
• Excellent facilitation skills. Experience in small and large group facilitation in multiple modalities.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Starting at $119,000+ DOE with a 15% bonus

A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match

**This position supports hybrid work schedule depending on organization needs.**

About Jabil:

Jabil is a leading product solutions provider offering end-to-end design, manufacturing, supply chain, and product management services. With operations in over 100 facilities across 30 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and customized solutions to clients across diverse industries—including automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearables, defense and aerospace, smart home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging, and printing.

JOB SUMMARY

Jabil is seeking a Manufacturing Test Development who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Enterprise and Intelligent Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within a large-scale software production environment. You and your team will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production software applications and infrastructure spanning multiple customers and manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with internal engineering, manufacturing and quality teams and our end customers to ensure your software deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• People manager for a team of software developers and product engineers in support of global cloud operations.
• Attract, hire, onboard, lead, coach, mentor and inspire your team to deliver the best in class for our customers and employees
• Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines).
• Solicit ongoing self and team feedback from the business unit (BU), customer and team members.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of team and keep them focused in times of crises.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.

FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and formulate aspects of Customer BU projects such as objective or purpose of project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of project, and equipment and human resource requirements, technical requirements.
• Provide direction on design and development activities to improve, modify or design new equipment products and processes.
• Oversee key projects, processes and performance reports, data, and analysis.
• Develop, determine, and implement policies, procedures and programs.
• Analyze technology trends, human resources needs and market demand to plan projects.

• Oversee definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures.
• Creation of behavioral and high-level software design specifications.
• Development of production infrastructure and related application code.
• Lead and participate in peer/code reviews.
• Contribute and improve software build methodology, procedures, and environment.
• Operational and development support for the software and test infrastructure at production facilities

MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to Management

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
• Agile, CICD, and SLDC process implementation and application experience.
• Knowledge/Expertise in the following programming/scripting languages: Python, BASH, Java experience a plus.
• Linux development experience with a solid understanding of its fundamentals and internals: Ubuntu/ CentOS
• Well-versed in the following container/virtualization environments: VMware, Docker.
• Solid understanding of large-scale distributed systems in practice, including multi-tier architectures, application security, monitoring and storage systems.
• Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
• Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).
• Experience with hardware and API solutions for controlling, managing and stressing L10 devices (servers, network and storage SSDs, NVMe): IPMI, Redfish, mprime, FIO, Linpack, ptugen, memtester
• Experience in the creation and configuration(DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs), VMWare preferred.
• Experience with leading edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP). Arista CloudVision is a plus
• Experience with code versioning tools (Git preferred)
• Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
• Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. MS preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in a software development/test capacity with enterprise server, storage, or networking products. 3+ years people management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience directly managing software development teams
• Experience managing remote, multi-national and geographically dispersed development teams.
• Domestic and/or International travel, up to 25%, may be required.

**This position supports hybrid work schedule depending on organization needs.**

About Jabil:

Jabil is a leading product solutions provider offering end-to-end design, manufacturing, supply chain, and product management services. With operations in over 100 facilities across 30 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and customized solutions to clients across diverse industries—including automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearables, defense and aerospace, smart home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging, and printing.

JOB SUMMARY

Jabil is seeking a Manufacturing Test Development who will directly contribute to the transformative growth within our Enterprise and Intelligent Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within a large-scale software production environment. You and your team will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production software applications and infrastructure spanning multiple customers and manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with internal engineering, manufacturing and quality teams and our end customers to ensure your software deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• People manager for a team of software developers and product engineers in support of global cloud operations.
• Attract, hire, onboard, lead, coach, mentor and inspire your team to deliver the best in class for our customers and employees
• Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines).
• Solicit ongoing self and team feedback from the business unit (BU), customer and team members.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of team and keep them focused in times of crises.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.

FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and formulate aspects of Customer BU projects such as objective or purpose of project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of project, and equipment and human resource requirements, technical requirements.
• Provide direction on design and development activities to improve, modify or design new equipment products and processes.
• Oversee key projects, processes and performance reports, data, and analysis.
• Develop, determine, and implement policies, procedures and programs.
• Analyze technology trends, human resources needs and market demand to plan projects.

• Oversee definition and collaboration on overall test infrastructure and application architectures.
• Creation of behavioral and high-level software design specifications.
• Development of production infrastructure and related application code.
• Lead and participate in peer/code reviews.
• Contribute and improve software build methodology, procedures, and environment.
• Operational and development support for the software and test infrastructure at production facilities

MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports to Management

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of professional software engineering practices for the complete software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
• Agile, CICD, and SLDC process implementation and application experience.
• Knowledge/Expertise in the following programming/scripting languages: Python, BASH, Java experience a plus.
• Linux development experience with a solid understanding of its fundamentals and internals: Ubuntu/ CentOS
• Well-versed in the following container/virtualization environments: VMware, Docker.
• Solid understanding of large-scale distributed systems in practice, including multi-tier architectures, application security, monitoring and storage systems.
• Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
• Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).
• Experience with hardware and API solutions for controlling, managing and stressing L10 devices (servers, network and storage SSDs, NVMe): IPMI, Redfish, mprime, FIO, Linpack, ptugen, memtester
• Experience in the creation and configuration(DHCP, PXE boot, nginx) of Virtual Machines (VMs), VMWare preferred.
• Experience with leading edge networking systems, hardware, software and protocols including but not limited to enterprise ethernet datacenter switching/routing L1, L2, and L3 (BGP, DHCP Relay, ECMP). Arista CloudVision is a plus
• Experience with code versioning tools (Git preferred)
• Experience with front-end and back-end Web UI design.
• Experience with common web APIs (REST, XML-RPC).

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. MS preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in a software development/test capacity with enterprise server, storage, or networking products. 3+ years people management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Prior experience directly managing software development teams
• Experience managing remote, multi-national and geographically dispersed development teams.
• Domestic and/or International travel, up to 25%, may be required.