Scrum Master – Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budgetCoordinate within teams for the flawless execution of projectsAssist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibilityEnsure resource availability and allocationMeasure project performance using appropriate tools and techniquesReport and escalate to management as neededSuccessfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholdersPerform risk management to minimize project risksDemonstrable experience of Scrum ManagementRecommend improvements and drive alignment across the Freestyle Engineering & Innovation organizationServe as a Coach and Mentor within the organizationGuide the SAFe initiatives through coaching and mentoringCoach and mentor the organization to facilitate adoption and maturityLead and influence others including those more senior on best practicesQualifications:Minimum of 3-4 years work experience as a Scrum Master, having working exposure to Agile methodologyRequirements:Implement processes, practices, and tools allow for multiple paths of delivery. I.e., create simplified, consistent, reusable, efficient and flexible methodologiesInspire others to adopt the new processes and improvements based on program retrospectivesSAFe and Agile technical project management of multiple software releasesOrganize and execute software team training, mentoring, SAFe and Agile Sprint Ceremonies.Certified SAFe Practitioner to enable and train the team on SAFe and Agile best practicesRequires excellent oral and written communication skillsBasic Project Management: Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the principles, tools and techniques to develop/plan, manage or execute projects or work plans to ensure successful completion (e.g., on time, within budget).Knowledge of agile methodology and frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, XP, etc.Good skills to coach team how to follow agile scrum, which really works.Strong knowledge of Scrum theory, rules and practices and fundamentals of iterative and incremental development.Knowledge of other Agile approaches, like: Kanban, Crystal, FDD, XP, etc.Knowledge about other methodologies other than Agile-Scrum, so that he can explain other methodologies to motivate his team.He should have knowledge about Agile techniques like: User Stories, Continuous Integration, ATDD, TDD, Continuous Testing, Pairing, Automated Testing, Agile Games.Ability to take and understand his commitment to deliver the product on time.Know about the value of metrics and incremental delivery.Knowledge about tasks, backlog tracking, burndown metrics, velocity, user stories etc.Familiar with common development practices, Service oriented environments, and Agile practices.Very good educational background, preferably in the fields of computer science or engineeringExcellent client-facing and internal communication skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExhibits high-performing levels of motivation, performance and personal integrityAbility to work collaboratively with various stake holders/partners and apply expertise to assure quality and accuracyPMP / CSM certification is a plus.Rally / JIRA experience is a mustVisa:Person should have a desire to stay in US for longer-termA local or long-term US resident will be ideal for such position. Candidates requiring visa sponsorship WILL NOT be considered at this time.
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