Jaysser Balido

Experienced Senior PHP Developer turned Software Delivery Manager with more than 10 years of experience in software development using Agile/Scrum methodologies. Strong track record of delivering complex web applications on time and within budget. Skilled in coaching and leading cross-functional teams to ensure project success. Adept in stakeholder management, risk assessment, and strategic planning.

Software Delivery Manager at Bizmates Philippines Inc. (2022-03 – Present)

Acted as Scrum Master for multiple Agile teams and coordinated cross-functional teams across the Philippines and Japan.

• Acted as Scrum Master for multiple Agile teams, facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams across the Philippines and Japan to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of projects.
• Worked closely with Product Owners to define, prioritize, and manage the product backlog in alignment with business planning and demand cycles.
• Managed and updated the project Book of Work weekly; conducted re-scoping and adjusted plans to address shifting priorities or risks.
• Identified project risks, dependencies, and delivery roadblocks, and initiated escalations or BAU requests to maintain project velocity.
• Liaised with external and internal stakeholders to define project requirements and monitor delivery.
• Ensured compliance with IT Governance frameworks, internal standards, and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentored development leads and contributed to team capacity planning, resource allocation, and performance reviews using KPIs.
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives across software development, project management, and process integration.
• Promoted knowledge sharing by attending workshops, reviewing new practices, and fostering cross-team learning.

Sr. Software Engineer (PHP) at Bizmates Philippines Inc. (2020-03 – 2022-03)

Directed the development team in the design, development, coding, testing and debugging of applications using Web technologies.

• Directing the development team in the design, development, coding, testing and debugging of applications
• Delivering software systems and applications with expertise on Web technologies
• Facilitate Agile meetings as Scrum Master: Daily Scrum (standups), Backlog planning, Sprint planning, Demo, Review and Retrospective
• Identifying and acting on opportunities to improve and update software and systems
• Participating and suggesting technical team training and skills advancement programs
• Prototyping of new or emerging technologies when needed
• Ensuring confidentiality at all times (this position will have access to highly confidential information)
• Pitching in with the IT department responsibilities as a true team member
• Other duties as assigned by IT Director of Bizmates Japan

Software Engineer (PHP) at Yondu Inc. (2017-10 – 2020-02)

Interpreted written business requirements and technical specification documents, performed coding, code maintenance and testing.

• To interpret written business requirements and technical specification documents.
• To perform coding to written technical specifications.
• To perform code maintenance and testing.
• To fix application issues and code irregularities.
• To give technical feedback to the Business Architect.
• Oversee junior developers, assist in workload and assist in evaluation of performance.

PHP Web Developer at Orowave Inc. (2015-02 – 2017-08)

Junior PHP Developer at Starfish Internet Solutions (2014-04 – 2015-02)

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas (2014-04)