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TechInsights Agile Development Manager in Ottawa, Ontario
OUR STORY
TechInsights is the information Platform for the semiconductor industry.
Regarded as the most trusted source of actionable, in-depth intelligence related to semiconductor innovation and surrounding markets, TechInsights’ content informs decision makers and professionals whose success depends on accurate knowledge of the semiconductor industry—past, present, or future.
Over 650 companies and 150,000 users access the TechInsights Platform, the world’s largest vertically integrated collection of unmatched reverse engineering, teardown, and market analysis in the semiconductor industry. This collection includes detailed circuit analysis, imagery, semiconductor process flows, device teardowns, illustrations, costing and pricing information, forecasts, market analysis, and expert commentary. TechInsights’ customers include the most successful technology companies who rely on TechInsights’ analysis to make informed business, design, and product decisions faster and with greater confidence. For more information, visit www.techinsights.com .
WHY WORK WITH US
Company-sponsored training and development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, wellness, RRSP/401K Matching, annual fitness reimbursement)
Flexible vacation policy
Bring your own device program
Community involvement opportunities through charitable alliances: https://www.techinsights.com/community-involvement
Wellness resources and support
I nclusive environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and accessibility
High-growth company driven by high performance
Expected salary range: $129,060-$136,620 CAD
THE OPPORTUNITY:
TechInsights is seeking an experienced Agile Development Manager (ADM) to lead and optimize the performance of our software engineering and development teams. Reporting to the VP, Software Development, the ADM works in close collaboration with Software Architecture, Engineering, Design, and Implementation to ensure that software solutions are delivered on time, to specification, and within a healthy and high-performing team culture.
At TechInsights, we believe that great software starts with great people and great processes. The ADM plays a central role in both, managing engineers, developers, and Scrum Masters, while driving continuous improvement across the full software development lifecycle. From sprint planning and dependency mitigation to KPI monitoring and retrospective action follow-through, this role demands an organized, data-driven leader who thrives in an Agile environment. You will foster a positive, productive work environment while championing innovation and technical excellence.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead and coach agile development teams in implementing Scrum, Kanban, and other agile methodologies
Invest in your team by championing AI adoption and supporting developers' continuing education and career growth
Facilitate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, reviews, and retrospectives
Manage engineering processes ensuring timely, quality delivery within prescribed architecture
Participate in the refinement of epics and stories
Track and report on key metrics including velocity, cycle time, and team performance
Remove impediments and facilitate cross-team coordination
Mentor team members on best practices, and foster a culture of continuous improvement through retrospectives, cross-scrum feedback, and leading change initiatives in concert with peers
Interface with stakeholders to communicate project status, risks, and requirements
Stay current with agile methodologies and software development trends
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Required Qualifications
Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
5+ years of experience in a similar Agile Development Manager role or managing people in a software development environment
Strong working knowledge of software concepts, applications, and hands-on development experience with modern programming languages
Experience with building technically integrated products, cloud technologies, and DevOps practices
Strong understanding of SDLC and software architecture principles
Skills & Competencies
Excellent leadership, communication, and facilitation skills
Experience with agile project management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar)
Proven ability to identify and mitigate inter-team dependencies in an Agile environment
Strong analytical thinking and data-driven decision making
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and cross-functional teams
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing concepts
Conflict resolution and change management abilities
Data-driven approach to performance management, with experience collecting and acting on team KPIs
Strong critical thinking skills; able to recognize underlying issues and implications of decisions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to guide, influence, and persuade stakeholders across levels
Comfort with and enthusiasm for AI tool adoption in day-to-day work
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced agile certifications (CSP, PSM II, SAFe) an asset
Experience in semiconductor, hardware, or technical industries an asset
Large-scale platform or enterprise software development background
Experience managing globally distributed teams and vendor partnerships
As part of the recruitment process for this position, you will be required to submit your latest citizenship and/or permanent residency information. This information will be used to comply with U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations.
WORKING ARRANGEMENT
This role is on-site at our Ottawa office.
Technology knows no bounds, and neither does TechInsights. Bringing together talented humans from different perspectives, backgrounds and abilities is something we take seriously. We’re committed to building an inclusive environment that welcomes you to be your authentic self and allows us to push past the boundaries together.
TechInsights is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
As part of any recruitment process, TechInsights collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data and to meeting our data protection obligations. Our Privacy policy can be referenced here: https://www.techinsights.com/privacy-policy
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