Agile Project Manager

Would you like to be proud of where you work and the software you develop?  How about enjoying coming to work every day while being well compensated for your performance? 

If you answered “Yes” to the above, then consider joining Canada’s most innovative company in the mortgage industry!

At True North Mortgage we put the customer experience first!  We do this by offering the best rates on full-featured mortgage products exclusive to True North Mortgage.  Plus, we are committed to making our agents the best in the biz by giving them the tools and support needed to provide superior advice and to get the job done fast and efficiently. Banks are boring, we are different!  And for us to continue to innovate and build exciting new tools we need kick-ass developers like you!  

Your Role:

We are a team of creative individuals who love to translate and transform requirements into well thought out designs.  We are looking for a collaborative, experienced Agile Software Project Manager to take our software to the next level.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is willing to take on new problems across the full stack.  No casual observers here... We want you to have an opinion, come up with solutions and push technology forward. Your direct contribution to the team will be rewarded with new challenges and the opportunity to improve our existing software while participating in the design, development and deployment of new products.

The Job:

Reporting to the Product Manager of two of our in-house software projects, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and coordinating tasks for developers, designers, and other technical team members to advance software project development.
• Ensuring team members are equipped with necessary requirements and resources by following up with the Product Owner.
• Running daily stand-ups with the Developer Team.

• Implement and promote Agile practices, such as Scrum or Kanban. Ensure teams adhere to Agile principles and values.

• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards. Implement processes for continuous improvement.
• Identifying and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Resolve conflicts within the team. Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Tracking and assessing project performance and assisting in identifying required adjustments to achieve goals and objectives.
• Successful completion of 5 or more projects (9-12 months) from initiation to deployment and closure. 
• Experience working on multiple projects concurrently.

Nice to Haves:

• 3-5 years’ experience working as an Agile Project Manager
• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, information technology, engineering, or business administration
• Relevant certifications in Agile methodologies, such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or Project Management Professional (PMP) with a focus on Agile practices
• Ongoing professional development and learning through workshops, seminars, and conferences

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits paid for by the employer
• Annual bonus based on company and individual performance
• Diverse work environment
• Modern lounge outfitted with table tennis (ping pong for those of us less serious about the sport) and a games room
• Rapidly growing organization
• Professional team with a shared perception of how things are done
• Learning and Development including online training and conferences
• Flexible work schedule
• Working on Software you can be proud of!

Time and time again we hear from our new recruits how happy they are with their decision to join True North Mortgage, so if you think you have the right combination of skills, experience and personality then please apply now!

This position is based in Calgary, AB.  We thank you for your interest in this role however only local candidates, and those interested in relocating, will be considered.