Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.
The opportunity
At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.
We are proud of:
- The work we do and the innovation we drive
- Our values of share, care and dare
- A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy
- Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration
The role
The ideal Sr. Project Manager is innovative, working as a servant leader of their team, leading the team through refinement, planning and delivery of scope. Focused on facilitating the successful delivery of CMS Platform experiences that serve the needs of authors and end users. Working closely with client stakeholders, business users, and cross-functional delivery teams over the lifecycle of a project to gather and document solution requirements and to drive solution design in partnership with product ownership, UX design, and technical leadership. This role manages in partnership with client product ownership.
You will thrive in this role if you are:
- A disciplined organizer who thrives on keeping projects on track
- Skilled at managing scope, budget, and timelines in fixed-fee engagements
- Comfortable leading distributed teams across multiple time zones and locations
- Experienced in coordinating resources and aligning stakeholders to project goals
- Adept at building trust with clients through transparency, consistency, and delivery excellence
Role responsibilities
- Manage CMS Platform projects from UXR through Design and Build
- Serve as an expert in the functional use of the client’s chosen CMS platform
- Understand CMS Platform and lead with platform knowledge driving UI / UX best commerce experience.
- Driving system demonstrations and training to client business users.
- Facilitating all necessary team meetings (sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews/retrospectives, etc.)
- Facilitating Agile release planning and helping the PO manage the release backlog.
- Coaching the team in Agile relative estimation techniques, cross-functionality and self-organization
- Identifying, managing, and mitigating project issues and risks
- Supporting and educating the Product Owner, especially with respect to defining and prioritizing the product backlog
- Ensuring transparency into the team’s work through the Sprint Backlog, Burndown Chart and other Agile metrics
- Leading by example - knowing when, and how, to push for more results
- Proactively identifying and removing impediments that interfere with the ability of the team to deliver Sprint commitments
- Being the coach and all around advocate for Agile delivery methodology amongst project team and client stakeholders
- Influencing software development lifecycles (plan, design, development, testing, and deployment) and work with both the business and technology teams
- Facilitating necessary team meetings including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews & Retrospectives, along with ensuring effective backlog refinement
- Conducting business analysis and translating business requirements to customer experience and development needs
- Building roadmaps and advising clients on future strategies and execution
- Providing recommendations catered to client industries and their customers
Must have qualifications
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience in a delivery lead role within a software development Agile environment, product experience is a plus
- 5+ years of experience with a Content Management System; Optimizely, Contentful, Adobe Experience Manager, etc.
- 5+ years of consulting experience
- Experience leading global Agile team of 10+ developers and designers to develop the client’s prioritized features with product owner responsibility of feature sign-off and approval
- Demonstrated success in iterative release of software systems
- Experience managing project budgets of $8 million+
- Deep understanding of empirical data needed for stakeholder reporting and team measurement.
- Proven ability to manage budget, forecast, margin and utilization of project team in a Fixed Fee setting
- Experience working with Rally/Jira or a similar project management software
- The ability to collaborate with a team in the UK with overlapping working hours between 8 AM - 12 PM EST
Nice to have qualifications
- Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Certification or project experience in Content management / commerce systems
- Knowledge of traditional SDLC
- Prior experience in the Financial Services industry
- Proven ability to bring transparency to the business team about development; growing trust while demonstrating your commitment to deliverables to the business team.
- Experience with identifying delivery issues and risks, and a sense of urgency for removing blocks and driving continuous improvement
- PMP & CSM or other Agile certifications
If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn.
Commitment to reaching all kinds of people
We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.
The benefits
This is a full-time position based in the United States. The offered salary range is $125,000 - $175,000 annually, depending on experience and location.
Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:
- Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)
- Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs
- Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, plus employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process.
Your application process
Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. Your CV should cover key information on relevant experiences and expertise. We do not require information such as age, gender, marital status, or a headshot in your application. We review all candidates based on skills, experience, and potential.
⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com.
We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.
About Valtech
Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.
At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.
At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.
Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.