Blip is a leading tech company focused on software engineering solutions for sports entertainment.
We operate at scale. As part of Flutter Entertainment, we play an essential role in the Group's goal of becoming the global leader in online sports betting and iGaming, developing innovative products and platforms for over 14 million monthly customers worldwide.
We are serious about Tech. We are problem‑solvers with big ambitions, keeping a people‑first mindset at the core of our work. We prioritize flexibility as we strive to deliver the best technological products and tackle the greatest industry challenges.
Recognizing that everyone brings their own strengths, backgrounds and new perspectives, we empower you to be yourself. That uniqueness shapes the culture of belonging we are so proud of.
About the Role
The Delivery Lead will focus on making software delivery things happen within an engaged, supported and motivated team environment. They will provide the transparency (via tooling), facilitation and optimisation of the product & software delivery machine within a value stream to ensure maximum effectiveness of the squads within the value stream. The role will optimise the delivery lifecycle to enable regular release of value, bring predictability to change and ensure delivery balances product, engineering, quality assurance, service operations and architectural goals.
Responsibilities
* Enable and support autonomous squads, to be maximally effective through transparent, objective measurement and action.
* Manage dependencies, go/no‑go decisions, and delivery forecasting and metrics such as cycle time.
* Teach the effective operation of delivery (including stand‑ups, retrospectives, etc.).
* Work in close partnership with the Senior Engineering Manager and Lead Product Manager to manage transformation and continuous improvement for their value stream.
* Coach Engineering Manager and Product Owner in transformation and continuous improvement of their squads.
* Provide transparent delivery roadmaps and delivery health for the value stream to the Tribe.
* Forecast and communicate delivery dates and delivery health regularly to the Tribe and stakeholders.
* Champion a continuous improvement culture within and between value streams, leveraging transparent metrics including productivity, predictability, people engagement, and quality.
* Advocate for the importance of removing waste, balancing workload, and improving dependency processes within and outside the team.
* Be a thought leader and teacher of Agile practices, intelligent tooling, emphasizing the importance of social learning.
* Ensure a motivating, engaging and happy atmosphere for delivery.
Qualifications
* Prior delivery manager / lead experience.
* Demonstrated leadership and problem‑solving skills.
* Experience working in software delivery and understanding the delivery process.
* Ability to engage with and get the best out of people in teams.
* Ability to work through a large set of unknowns and translate them into effective plans.
* Experience of leading teams or virtual teams and developing talent.
* Strong knowledge of sports betting and trading technology environments and the products that are built thereon.
* Commercially savvy: aware and anticipating emerging external factors and changing market dynamics.
* Wins together: gains trust and support of others, generous with time, advice and knowledge.
* Game changer: takes smart organisational risks to drive game‑changing innovations.
* Effective communicator: provides clarity on business goals and adjusts style to fit the audience.
* Quality decision maker: makes quality, long and short‑term decisions at pace considering various inputs and through collaborating effectively.
Enjoyable Perks
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Equal Opportunity
At Blip, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds, ways of thinking, and working to apply. We are committed to including everyone regardless of their race, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, and religion. Everyone brings different perspectives and experiences; you don’t have to meet all the requirements listed to apply for this role. If you need any adjustments to apply for the position and to ensure this role aligns with your needs, please send an email to accommodations@blip.pt. We will only respond to inquiries related to disabilities.
Location
Porto, Portugal
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