Sr. Agile Practitioner

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. 
 
We’re actively seeking a talented Sr. Agile Practitioner to join our Consumer Markets Division (CMD) Portfolio and Program Management Office (PPMO) team in Newport Beach, CA.

As a Sr. Agile Practitioner, you’ll move Pacific Life and your career forward by catalyzing teams to self-organize around continuous improvement and optimal execution and delivery of business solutions. 
 
How you’ll help move us forward: 

Strategic Alignment & Roadmap Execution: 

• Collaborate with leadership to translate high-level objectives into actionable, prioritized roadmaps, setting clear outcomes and value delivery expectations. 

• Continually align program activities with business needs, adapting plans as necessary to maximize impact and ensure strategic relevance. 

Lean-Agile Execution & Program Flow Optimization: 

• Lead Lean-Agile ceremonies to streamline program flow, optimize delivery cadence, and foster a high-performing, adaptable environment. 

• Actively remove delivery obstacles and drive continuous improvement initiatives, empowering teams to address challenges swiftly and maintain a high velocity of value delivery. 

Outcome-Focused Prioritization: 

• Orchestrate collaboration the program backlog with a focus on value-driven prioritization, balancing immediate needs with long-term objectives to ensure a sustained impact on business goals. 

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into actionable tasks, fostering alignment on business priorities and expected outcomes. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Lean Coaching: 

• Partner with Technology and business units to strengthen alignment, tailoring Lean-Agile practices to meet the maturity and needs of each portfolio. 

• Act as a mentor in Lean principles, fostering a culture of agility and responsiveness that enables teams to scale and adapt effectively. 

Data-Driven Decision-Making & Value Measurement: 

• Utilize tools like Azure DevOps, Power BI, and Planview to provide real-time insights and track program performance, ensuring data transparency. 

• Define and track KPIs focusing on outcome-based value delivery, promoting a data-driven approach to decisions and pro