Job Summary
This job centers on managing technical programs, aligning them with strategic business and product needs. It involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior staff to ensure successful project execution. The role requires a deep understanding of technical disciplines and acting as a mentor for less experienced colleagues. You’ll lead delivery across multiple teams or a moderately complex platform area. You’ll partner with Product and Engineering leads to align on priorities, manage cross-team dependencies, and drive continuous improvement. You’ll also contribute to planning and stakeholder communication.Job Description
Responsibilities:
Key Focus Areas:
Lead execution of cross-team initiatives
Coach teams on agile and SDLC maturity
Own delivery metrics and reporting
Proactively manage risks and blockers
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Platform Delivery Leadership
Support a single team’s delivery execution under guidance.
Track progress and surface blockers to senior EDMs.
Agile SDLC Implementation
Assist in scheduling and documenting agile ceremonies.
Learn and apply FreeWheel’s SDLC practices.
Planning & Capacity Management
Help maintain Jira boards and sprint plans.
Track team availability and flag inconsistencies.
Process Improvement & Coaching
Observe team workflows and suggest minor improvements.
Participate in retrospectives and document action items.
Stakeholder Communication & Alignment
Share basic status updates with internal team.
Escalate issues to senior team members as needed.
Job Knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s)
Knowledge:
Deep understanding of Agile delivery models and metrics (velocity, cycle time)
Strong grasp of cross-team dependency management
Knowledge of platform or domain-specific delivery challenges
Skills:
Advanced facilitation and conflict resolution
Data-driven decision-making and reporting
Coaching and mentoring junior team members
Abilities:
Lead delivery across multiple teams or initiatives
Influence prioritization and planning decisions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Location
Office Optimal in Reston, VA
Working conditions
Must successfully execute with team members located in multiple remote locations and time zones. Working conditions agree with conditions described within Freewheel’s company handbook unless explicitly noted in this document.
Employees at all levels are expected to:
Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Skills
Agile Methodology, Collaboration, Communication, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Deliverables Management, Project Management, Results-OrientedWe believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality—to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
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Education
Bachelor's DegreeWhile possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.Certifications (if applicable)
Relevant Work Experience
5-7 YearsComcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.