New Positions in Richmond, VA — Agile Project Manager, Business Analysts + PowerApps Developer
WarCollar Industries has open positions for an Agile Project Manager, a Senior Business Analyst, a Business Analyst, and a PowerApps Developer in Richmond, VA.
Some positions do allow for hybrid work schedules.U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions; however, these positions do not require any security clearances.
Click on the “+” to read full descriptions of each position. To apply for any of the below positions, send your resume with up-to-date contact information to our recruiter Nariman Main at nmain@warcollar.com.
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Location: Richmond, Virginia (Onsite 3 Days/Week and must be local)
Base Salary: $113,000.00/yearOverview: We are seeking an experienced Agile Project Manager to drive consistent project delivery throughout the entire project lifecycle. Must have a solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience managing complex projects within a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead project delivery by developing project plans, release plans, and managing resource allocation, risks, scope, and schedules.
Coordinate Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Demos, Story Refinement, and Release Planning.
Track and communicate project progress concerning schedule, cost, and risks to the project team, stakeholders, and management.
Foster an effective team environment by removing obstacles and protecting the team from outside interruptions.
Maintain positive relationships between the team, the Product Owner, and other stakeholders.
Track and report on team velocity and other relevant project metrics.
Promote continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team productivity.
Assist the Product Owner and team with Product backlog management.
Ensure adherence to core Agile principles and VDOT and VITA project management practices.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Solid understanding of software development lifecycle models and expert knowledge of Agile project management principles.
Ability to work effectively with customers to understand their business practices and manage expectations.
Capability to set clear performance standards and hold team members accountable while keeping the team engaged.
Strong interpersonal skills for mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Proficient in analyzing and documenting business and system processes.
Ability to balance competing demands for quality, scope, schedule, and cost.
Familiarity with Scrum and Kanban Agile methodologies.
Expertise in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Visio, and MS Office.
Experience with Agile collaboration tools like Team Foundation Server, JIRA, Version One, etc.
Qualifications:
PMP and CSM Certifications are required.
Experience with the SAFe framework is required; SAFe Certification is preferred.
If you are a motivated and skilled Agile Project Manager looking to make an impact, we would love to hear from you!
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Location: Richmond, VA
Base Salary: $94,000.00/yearOverview: WarCollar Industries is seeking a highly experienced Business Analyst to join our team. This role requires strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to take initiative with minimal supervision. As a Business Analyst, you will serve as the voice of the customer, ensuring that business needs are clearly understood, articulated, and documented. The successful candidate will work within both Agile and traditional Waterfall methodologies throughout the Software Development Lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the voice of the customer, collaborating with project team members and business stakeholders to fully understand business processes, pain points, and customer needs.
Develop expertise in customer business applications and organizational data management concepts, advocating for the customer throughout the SDLC.
Conduct Root Cause Analysis to identify system gaps and deficiencies, proposing business, technical, or blended solutions.
Diagram current processes and propose modifications using process flows, context diagrams, and data flow diagrams for clarity.
Discover and document customer-centric requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria to improve business and technical processes.
Decompose requirements into Epics and Features; create clear and concise user stories aligned with customer goals for technical implementation.
Map user stories to technical designs for system modifications, ensuring solutions meet customer expectations.
Identify and group related user stories into Themes; document dependencies and align with customer priorities and business processes.
Assist the Product Owner in maintaining the product backlog with a customer-first mindset.
Perform Quality Analyst functions by defining test objectives, test plans, and test cases, executing tests (including regression testing) to ensure customer satisfaction.
Coordinate and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with business stakeholders, ensuring customer involvement and keeping Project Managers/Scrum Masters informed of progress.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 10 years of experience in delivering business and data analysis artifacts with a customer-focused approach.
5+ years of experience as an Agile Business Analyst with a strong understanding of Scrum concepts and methodologies, including representation of the customer during sprint reviews.
Experience in organizing and maintaining Product and Sprint backlogs, prioritizing based on customer needs.
Proficiency in translating client and product strategy requirements into Epics, Features, and User Stories aligned with customer goals.
Strong data analysis background, familiarity with organizational data management concepts, and SQL/database experience.
Proficient in defining acceptance criteria and managing the acceptance process with a customer-centric approach.
Experience with software development applications such as Azure DevOps and/or Jira.
Expertise in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint, Project Server).
Experience with reporting systems, operational data stores, data warehouses, data lakes, and data marts.
Exceptional written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to advocate for customers while collaborating with diverse peers and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
PMI - Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
PMI - Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Experience using Azure DevOps or Jira for agile software development and work item tracking.
Familiarity with automated testing tools such as TestComplete, Cucumber, or Selenium.
If you are a motivated and experienced Business Analyst looking to make an impact in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply!
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Work Location: Remote on Monday, Thursday, and Friday; Onsite on Tuesday and Wednesday
Base Salary: $99,000.00/yearOverview: WarCollar is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to assist with documenting current and future state requirements, developing test cases, testing a procurement and contract management system, and creating user guides and standard operating procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience in the procurement and contract management domain and excel in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position requiring onsite presence as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Analysis:
Lead efforts to identify opportunities for leveraging technology to align with strategic business objectives.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, evaluate, and document requirements for new systems or enhancements.
Utilize Structured Analysis Techniques (Use Cases, Entity Relationship Diagrams, Workflows, etc.) for documentation.
Analyze proposed system and process changes, assessing costs and implementation strategies.
Develop innovative strategies to meet business requirements through existing or new technology tools.
Present findings and strategies to key users and executives.
Serve as a liaison between business partners and technical teams.
Coordinate with business users and technical staff for test data and procedures, overseeing testing efforts.
Technical Expertise and Guidance:
Apply expertise in technology principles and best practices to complex assignments across functional areas.
Ensure adherence to security best practices in accordance with VRS Security policies.
Utilize knowledge of software solutions to manage assignments, escalating complex issues when necessary.
Document technology processes and methodologies.
Promote and adhere to the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology, recommending changes as needed.
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work effectively and independently in a dynamic team environment.
Strong prioritization skills with minimal guidance.
Proficient in solving complex problems through analysis.
Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, for diverse audiences.
Expert Knowledge in:
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Business Systems Analysis and Design Techniques
Procurement processes and best practices
Demonstrated Abilities:
Analyze complex processes and documentation.
Research, gather data, and compile results to solve problems.
Define user requirements and document user stories.
Use various analytical techniques, including process flows and use cases.
Prepare complex documents, including design specifications.
Collaborate effectively within a team.
Working Knowledge of:
Web-based systems, procure-to-pay systems, and contract management systems.
M365 apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
General IT security standards and practices.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
5+ years of relevant experience, with a preference for at least 3 years as an analyst in procurement workflows and contract management systems.
Experience in organizing and coordinating multiple work assignments is preferred.
This position is contract-based for up to 6 months. Candidates should be available to start within the next month, and onsite presence is essential for effective collaboration with teams.
Application Instructions: Interested candidates should submit their resume, desired salary, and availability. We look forward to reviewing your application!
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Work Location: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite Required)
Base Salary: $93,000.00/yearOverview: WarCollar Industries is seeking a skilled Power Platform Developer with over 3 years of experience to join our project team focused on replacing a legacy system. You will play a crucial role in developing, troubleshooting, and enhancing Power Pages, PowerApps, and Power Automate solutions to meet evolving business needs. Your contributions will include ongoing development, bug fixes, and implementing additional functionalities as required.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the project team to develop, enhance, and maintain Power Pages, PowerApps, and Power Automate solutions.
Assist in the replacement of a legacy system, ensuring smooth integration and functionality.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Implement new features and functionalities based on business requirements.
Work closely with the project team to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
Manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining a high level of communication and collaboration within the team.
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience with Power Pages, PowerApps, and Power Automate development.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Experience in delivering and supporting end-to-end solutions using Power Platform tools.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Certification in Power Platform is a plus but not required.
Desired Skills:
Experience in migrating from legacy systems to Power Platform solutions.
Familiarity with integration services, data connectors, and workflow automation.
Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to challenges.
If you are passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success and have the skills to contribute to our team's success, we would love to hear from you!
