VARITE INC · 1 day ago
Scrum Master
VARITE INC is looking for a qualified Scrum Master for one of its clients, a U.S. based regional bank and financial services company. The Scrum Master will lead multiple high-priority technical projects using Agile methodologies, manage project scope, and ensure quality standards and deliverables are met.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead multiple high-priority technical projects within Enterprise Data and Information Services (EDIS). The individual will take projects from original concept through final implementation with Agile methodologies. They will interface with all areas affected by the project, including end users and vendors, and ensure adherence to quality standards and project deliverables
Works with business leader to define backlog, sprint priority; manages project scope, scope changes, objectives, requirements, deliverables, and value proposition that support the diverse business goals and interests of multiple stakeholders
Lead cross functional team members towards common outcomes and execution
Participate in PI planning, capacity planning and team sizing to meet stakeholder objectives
Demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze & solve complex problems; takes initiative to facilitate planning and execute as assigned; Ensures the tracking and reporting of daily activities; meets project budget, schedule, scope & risk targets
Foster and encourage open & honest feedback; and learn from feedback (setbacks, mistakes) to drive improvement
Identify and assess risks & issues and proactively mitigate and resolve issues
Performs impact analysis and prioritization
May have to perform Data Analyst responsibilities as needed
Manage project teams that include onshore and offshore resources
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Scrum Master Certification
3+ years of Scrum Master delivery experience
Experience with Agile Methodologies, Jira, and Confluence
Experience leading multiple Agile teams
Demonstrate solid leadership competencies; organized, servant leader and facilitator
Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze & solve complex problems
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Facilitates and encourages open & honest discussions that build healthy team culture, trust and respect
Passionate about learning and self-improvement
Effectively communicates with others by tailoring approach based on context and emotions of others
Experience with Technology Implementation
Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent experience
Knowledge / experience in the financial and banking services industry a plus
Experience working with or managing banking projects
Experience working with Google Cloud Platform and BigQuery
Experience working as a Data Analyst in financial and banking sector is a plus