Scrum Master

Job Title: Scrum Master / Project Manager

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Scrum Master / Project Manager to support Agile teams and ensure seamless execution of projects within a scaled Agile environment. This role focuses on driving continuous improvement, managing risks and dependencies, and fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration. The position is a backfill requirement to ensure uninterrupted daily Scrum management and smooth team operations.

• Partner closely with software leaders and team members to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks, dependencies, and conflicts within the Agile framework, ensuring timely resolution and minimal delivery impact.

• Lead improvement initiatives within the discipline, independently driving change and implementing solutions to enhance team effectiveness and value delivery.

• Address diverse and moderately complex challenges creatively, exercising sound judgment in selecting appropriate Agile practices and problem-solving approaches.

• Promote transparency by communicating project progress, impediments, and risks to stakeholders, including Release Train Engineers (RTEs) and Lean Portfolio Managers (LPMs).

• Support Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and Solution Trains by leveraging Kanban boards, dashboards, and information radiators to ensure smooth value flow and alignment with strategic objectives.

• Coach and mentor teams in Agile methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

• Advocate Agile principles and strengthen collaboration across System & Solution Architects, Engineering, Marketing, and Quality & Regulatory (Q&R) functions.

• Facilitate Sprint and Program Increment (PI) planning activities, ensuring readiness of vision, backlogs, and stakeholder alignment before and after PI sessions.

• Enable teams to scale effectively by supporting Agile transformation initiatives, optimizing flow efficiency, and influencing key flow metrics.

• Build strong working relationships, provide thought leadership, and guide teams toward innovative and effective solutions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, Program Management, or related field.

• Strong understanding of Scrum, SAFe principles, and Agile methodologies

• Continuous improvement mindset

• Stakeholder and risk management expertise

• Business acumen and people management skills

• Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

• Familiarity with project management tools and DevOps practices

• Change management and troubleshooting capabilities

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills