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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Backlog Engineer to join our dynamic technology team. This role is critical in ensuring that our development pipeline remains organized, prioritized, and aligned with business goals. The Backlog Engineer will work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to manage the product backlog, define user stories, and ensure that development teams have clear and actionable tasks.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of agile methodologies, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of the backlog, ensuring that it reflects the current priorities of the business, and that it is groomed and ready for sprint planning sessions. You will also play a key role in identifying dependencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement in the development process.
As a Backlog Engineer, you will be expected to facilitate backlog grooming sessions, collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, and translate those requirements into well-defined user stories and tasks. You will also monitor progress, provide feedback, and help ensure that deliverables meet quality standards and deadlines.
This position requires a proactive mindset, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a passion for continuous improvement. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the intersection of technology and business, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage and prioritize the product and technical backlog
- Collaborate with product managers and developers to define user stories
- Facilitate backlog grooming and sprint planning sessions
- Ensure backlog items are well-defined and actionable
- Identify and communicate dependencies and risks
- Monitor progress and update backlog accordingly
- Support agile ceremonies and team collaboration
- Ensure alignment between business goals and development tasks
- Maintain documentation related to backlog items
- Continuously improve backlog management processes
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in backlog or product management
- Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Experience with tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical tasks
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have managing a product or technical backlog?
- How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment?
- Describe your experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
- What tools have you used for backlog management?
- How do you ensure backlog items are clear and actionable?
- Can you give an example of resolving a backlog-related issue?
- How do you handle conflicting priorities from stakeholders?
- What strategies do you use to keep the backlog aligned with business goals?
- Describe a time you improved a backlog management process.
- How do you collaborate with developers and product managers?
