Full-time: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayLocation: Ottawa Office (3 days per week / hybrid), 170 Laurier Ave West, Suite 310, Ottawa, ON K1P 5V5; Ottawa-based Home Office (2 days per week)Reporting To: Project Management Office DirectorSalary Range: $75,000 to $90,000Type of Vacancy: NewWe are an innovative AI software company dedicated to transforming industries through cutting‑edge artificial intelligence solutions. Our team is passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex problems, enhance efficiency, and deliver significant value to our customers and clients.We're looking for an Agile Operations & Jira Specialist to drive how our teams plan, track, and deliver work across multiple projects and products. You'll own our Jira platform, coach teams on Agile practices, and enable cross‑team capacity planning — ensuring our development engine runs smoothly as we scale.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the configuration, governance, and optimization of the Jira environment (projects, workflows, schemes, permissions, automation rules)Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and filters using JQL to provide delivery visibility across teams and to leadershipDesign and enforce consistent standards for backlog structure, sprint boards, and issue hierarchies across projectsAutomate recurring workflows using Jira Automation, ScriptRunner, or similar toolsServe as the go‑to Jira expert: train teams, troubleshoot issues, and drive adoption of best practicesFacilitate resource and capacity planning across multiple teams and projectsTrack and visualize team velocity, workload distribution, and delivery forecastsIdentify bottlenecks, dependencies, and conflicts across teams and escape proactivelySupport release planning and coordination across the product suiteCoach teams on Agile principles and practices (Scrum, Kanban), tailoring the approach to each team's maturityFacilitate sprint planning, retrospectives,



cross‑team syncs where neededDrive continuous improvement of delivery processes and team ways of workingEstablish and track delivery metrics (velocity, cycle time, burndown) to inform team and leadership decisionsQualificationsAt Larus Technologies, we value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome motivated individuals from all backgrounds to apply for this role. If you're excited about this opportunity but only meet some qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway.3+ years of hands‑on Jira administration experience (Cloud or Data Center) — configuration, workflows, JQL, automation, and reporting3+ years in an Agile delivery, operations, or coaching role working across multiple teamsDemonstrated experience with cross‑team capacity planning and resource allocationStrong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and their practical applicationExcellent communication and facilitation skills: you can coach a team and present to leadership equally wellBachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, business, or related fieldProven track record of successfully managing complex projects with strict deadlines and multiple stakeholdersMust be eligible to obtain Canadian Government security clearance (typically requires Canadian citizenship or permanent residency)Desired SkillsExperience working in an agile development environmentFamiliarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), particularly PI Planning and cross‑team coordination practicesExperience with other Agile scaling approaches (LeSS, Nexus,



Disciplined Agile)Atlassian certifications (ACP-120 Jira Administrator, or similar)Agile certifications (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, or Secure RTE)Experience with ScriptRunner, Jira Automation, or Atlassian API integrationsProficiency with VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) in Excel for advanced reportingExperience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)Knowledge of data privacy and security considerations in software projectsAbility to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to communicate in French is not necessary, but would be a plusBenefitsCompetitive compensation packageComprehensive health and dental insurance packageCompetitive vacation and paid time offCompany‑sponsored team‑building eventsLearning and development opportunitiesAbout LarusBased in Ottawa, Canada, Larus Technologies ( is a software company specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics, and Decision Support Systems. Larus has three core business lines: Data Fusion and Analytics, Data Science, and Research and Engineering. Larus software products include the patented Total::Insight DSS, the Total::Perception Systems Simulation Engine (SSE), and the Total::Vision Video Analytics Solution (VAS). Our Data Science and Engineering Consulting focuses primarily on Retail, Supply Chain Management, Public Safety, and Defence, while Research and Engineering focuses on innovations in advanced AI/ML across industries.At Larus, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Larus has an accommodation process and provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities. If you have specific ergonomic needs or require other accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please don’t hesitate to contact Larus at to discuss arrangements.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Agile Operations & Jira Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 Larus Technologies
📍 Ottawa