Program Manager Digital & Custom Platform Delivery

Client of YALLO Retail

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a critical transformation stream focused on custom-built, agile-driven digital platform development.This role requires a strong delivery leader with proven expertise in managing large-scale cloud and digital transformation programs, specifically in pure-play Agile environments with custom platform development. The individual will own a key program stream, driving execution, governance, and stakeholder alignment across complex initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Program / Stream Leadership

• Lead one or more transformation streams within a large enterprise program.

• Drive end-to-end delivery from planning through execution and stabilization.

Custom Platform Delivery

• Oversee design, development, and deployment of custom-built applications and platforms.

• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business objectives.

• Collaborate closely with architecture, engineering, and product teams.

Agile Program Management

• Drive Agile / SAFe delivery methodologies across distributed teams.

• Ensure effective sprint planning, backlog prioritization, release planning, and continuous delivery.

Digital & Cloud Transformation

• Lead large-scale cloud-native and digital transformation initiatives.

• Ensure adoption of modern engineering practices (DevOps, CI/CD, microservices architecture).

Stakeholder Management

• Engage with senior stakeholders, including client leadership and program sponsors.

• Provide regular updates, manage expectations, and enable informed decision-making.

Governance & Reporting

• Establish and manage governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting cadence.

• Track progress, risks, dependencies, and ensure timely escalations.

Risk & Financial Management

• Manage program risks, issues, and dependencies proactively.

• Track budgets, forecasts, and ensure adherence to financial targets.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Program & portfolio management

• Agile / SAFe delivery expertise

• Cloud transformation (AWS/Azure/GCP)

• Strong stakeholder and client management

• Risk and financial governance

• Cross-functional team leadership

• Excellent communication and influencing skills