Pantex Plant · 14 hours ago
IT Analyst/Agile Lead
Amarillo, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expPantex Plant is seeking an experienced IT Analyst/Agile Lead to improve and optimize mission-critical systems. The role involves applying technical expertise in application development and implementation, facilitating Agile processes, and coaching teams to deliver high-quality results.
IndustrialMachinery Manufacturing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Facilitate Scrum Events: Organize and lead scrums, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team
Remove Obstacles: Identify and eliminate impediments that hinder the team's progress, enabling them to focus on delivering value
Coaching and Mentoring: Guide team members in understanding and implementing Agile principles and the Scrum framework, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with the Product Owner and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and priorities
Monitor Progress: Track the team's progress against project goals and help manage timelines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality work
Protecting the Team: Shields the team from outside interruptions and distractions, allowing them to focus on their work. This includes managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring that the team has a conducive environment for productivity
Facilitating Communication: Ensuring clear communication between the Scrum team, Product Owner, and other stakeholders is crucial. The IT Analyst/Agile Lead helps maintain transparency regarding the team's progress and challenges, often using tools like burn-down charts and product backlogs
Promoting a Culture of Accountability: Fosters a culture of accountability within the team, encouraging team members to take ownership of their tasks and collaborate effectively to meet project goals
Continuous Improvement: Promote a mindset of continuous learning and improvement, encouraging the team to reflect on their processes and outcomes regularly. Lead projects through effective communication with peers, customers and management. Independently consult with clients and analyze current PXD Business Applications, needs, and services
Serve as staff advisor for complex projects, tasks, or functions
Ensure that all appropriate documentation procedures are developed and followed in a routine basis
Provide training and support to end users and super users
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in fields such as computer science, information technology, business, or a related area: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience
OR Master's Degree in fields such as computer science, information technology, business, or a related area: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
OR Applicants without a bachelor's degree may be considered based on a combination of at least 12 years of completed education and/or relevant experience
Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status
The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP)
If HRP is required, candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph, pursuant to 10 CFR 709
Medical requirements may apply
Pantex is a drug-free workplace
Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation
As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter
U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants
Preferred
At least 4 or more years of experience in an Agile development environment, often in roles such as software developer, project manager, or business analyst
Team Support: Acting as a servant leader to help the team adhere to Scrum practices and improve their workflows
Stakeholder Communication: Ensuring transparent communication between the team and stakeholders regarding progress and challenges
Demonstrated success leading teams in fulfilling project deliverables within critical deadlines
Strong Knowledge of Scrum: In-depth understanding of the Scrum framework, Agile methodologies, and best practices
Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders, facilitating discussions and resolving conflicts
Leadership Abilities: Proven experience in leading teams, with a focus on fostering collaboration and self-organization
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and implement solutions quickly to keep the team on track
Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) are often preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
Robust retirement planning
Opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement
Company
Pantex Plant
Pantex Plant is the nation's primary facility for the final assembly, dismantlement, & maintenance of nuclear weapons.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Caleb Heltenberg
Program Manager, Technology Transfer | University and Industrial Partnerships
William Lindley, SHRM-SCP
Human Resources Business Partner
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