Project Manager (Los Angeles County)

Project Manager

Optomi, in partnership with one of our premier clients is seeking a Project Manager to support cross-functional Studio Technology teams in the delivery of complex software initiatives. This role blends technical project management and Scrum Master leadership, ensuring projects are delivered on time, in scope, and within budget across multiple product, engineering, and QA groups.

The ideal candidate brings deep Agile experience, strong organizational leadership, and the ability to drive execution while supporting the evolution of project management practices across the organization.

Location :

Hybrid (3x onsite in Los Angeles County, CA)

Type :

12 month contract (potential for conversion to FTE)

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years as a Project Manager working within Agile / Scrum environments
• Demonstrated understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• CSM certification required
• Bachelors degree required; Technical degree preferred
• Experience in Media, Entertainment, or Technology industries strongly preferred
• Proven success managing large-scale technology projects from definition through implementation
• Hands-on experience conducting Agile ceremonies : standups, sprint planning, grooming, demos, retros
• Ability to manage scope, timelines, risks, budgets, and cross-functional delivery
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with technical leads, executives, and external partners
• Proficiency with :
• Jira & Atlassian Suite, SmartSheets, Miro, Airtable
• Experience using scheduling and collaboration tools in a project environment
• Strong conflict-resolution, prioritization, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills

Preferred Skills & Experience

Responsibilities of the Right Candidate