Senior Agile Project Manager - M&A / Tech Due Diligence - Saviance : Job Details

Job Title: Senior Agile Project Manager - M&A / Tech Due DiligenceLocation: Chennai, India (Hybrid)- 2-3 days OnsiteType: Full-Time- UK Shift(Flexible hours)About BigRio:BigRio is a Digital Transformation consulting firm headquartered in Boston, MA, specializing in data and analytics, custom development, software implementation, data analytics, and machine learning/AI integrations. As a one-stop shop, we deliver cutting-edge and cost-conscious software solutions to clients across various industries. With diverse industry exposure, our teams of data architects, engineers, developers, and consultants tackle complex software and data challenges, providing best-in-class solutions.About the Role:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Agile Project Manager with a strong background in Technology Due Diligence, M&A, and global software engineering team management. This individual will play a key role in driving integration efforts, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless execution of complex, strategic initiatives across geographies.Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end Agile delivery of software and technology projects, with a special focus on M&A or tech due diligence efforts.
• Drive project planning, execution, and delivery in collaboration with cross-functional global teams (Engineering, Product, IT, and Business).
• Work closely with cross-functional teams across India and the US.
• Manage multiple short-term projects simultaneously, ensuring efficient delivery within timelines.
• Provide regular status updates, reports, and presentations to the CTO and other key stakeholders.
• Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders during due diligence and post-merger integration.
• Define project scopes, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Ensure Agile best practices are implemented and followed; facilitate key Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, retrospectives, sprint planning).
• Develop detailed project plans, risk mitigation strategies, and progress tracking tools.
• Ensure effective communication across time zones and cultural contexts.
• Monitor and report on project progress, budgets, dependencies, and risks to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support change management and communication strategies during integration phases.

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of project management experience in a technology/software engineering environment.
• Proven experience with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) or Technology Due Diligence is mandatory.
• Strong experience working with distributed/global software engineering teams.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver high-impact projects in fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, Miro, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum Master Certification.
• Previous experience in a hybrid working environment and with US/Europe-based stakeholders.
• Exposure to tech due diligence process for M&A of a Tech Startup.
• A background in software engineering or technical architecture is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in UK shift hours.