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NTT DATA · 15 hours ago

Scrum Master

NTT DATA is a trusted global innovator of business and technology services. They are currently seeking a Scrum Master to assist with ongoing deployment of Agile practices across clients and help foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Application Performance ManagementCloud ManagementEnterprise SoftwareInformation Technology
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Responsibilities

Work with the teams to determine current state of culture, processes and systems and help design strategy for the adoption of agile values, principles, and practices
Be a face and voice for the NTT DATA Team to Client Leadership and set client expectations
Bring a fresh perspective and offer insight that can solve client and team challenges
Identify opportunities for account expansion, working with NTT DATA account leadership to capitalize on them
Effectively use and communicate Agile principles and practices (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.) and overall operating model across the organization
Implement the processes to use metrics and other objective measures that establish agile maturity across the teams
Ask insightful questions demonstrating business knowledge of Industry and the client environment
Advocate for the team, promote their successes and share key learnings throughout the organization
Grasp business context quickly, goal should be to immediately speak in business terms then become a trusted advisor for the client (including showing interest in what the client is doing)
Lead the collaborative planning for the appropriate short-term and long-term next steps for the client
Identify and collaboratively manage the agile roadmap for the teams including key client deliverables and dependencies, while developing a deeper understanding of client needs and assist in managing expectations
Collaborate effectively across practices, including Product Experience (Product Mgmt., Agile, NTT DATA Experience Studio, Technical Architecture), Engineering, and the end users where applicable
Implement Agile techniques in different cultures and environments throughout the organization
Understand NTT DATA's go-to-market and brand differentiation and brand protection (You are representing NTT DATA)
Provide training to employees on Agile versus agile methodologies such as Kanban and Scrum, as well as their application in solution delivery
Manage conflict and create safe environments through healthy and meaningful collaboration
Conduct Agile Practice Behavioral Interviews with potential candidates
Act as Career Coach for 1 Junior Level Team Member
Solid understanding of a neighboring area (Product, UX, best practices in software development) and capability to assist with tasks related to those areas
Capability to execute Agile, Scrum and Kanban training
Ensure appropriate Release Burn Up Charts and Team Burn Down are applied appropriately for each iteration event
Support designing and updating training decks and processes
Show aptitude for working in a quickly changing environment while maintaining a positive attitude
Embrace difficult situations and enjoy solving complex problems

Qualification

Agile methodologiesScrum Master experienceAgile tools managementSAFe Advanced Scrum MasterScrum certificationsFacilitation skillsTeam collaborationConflict managementCommunication skillsTime management

Required

10+ years guiding teams in agile software development as Project manager or Delivery manager
5+ years working as a Scrum Master or Agile Team Facilitator
5+ years' experience configuring and managing one or more of the following agile application lifecycle management tools (Jira, Planview, VersionOne, AgileCraft, Rally, ADO(TFS), etc.)
5+ years' experience working in agile fundamentals such as lean-agile values, principles, and practices. As well, their optimal application and outcomes desired

Preferred

SASM- SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (scaled; SAFe 6+)
ICP-ATF, PSM, CSM Recognized Scrum Master Certifications
Ability to facilitate and lead meetings to desired outcomes for the purpose
Ability to lead, train, and provide feedback to other colleagues in various roles, as well as leaders
Organizational, good time management, balanced attention to help optimize a valued outcome across varying priorities

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
Flexible spending or health savings account
Life and AD&D insurance
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid time off
Employee assistance
Participation in a 401k program with company match
Additional voluntary or legally-required benefits

Company

NTT DATA

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NTT Data specializes in SAP services for enterprises and offers IT consultation, application and cloud management, and SAP implementation.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Kumar Srinivas
CTO, Health Plans
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George Warman
Vice President - CFO Enterprise Services
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