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Roles & Responsibilities: Leads major programs and projects in deploying fit for purpose technology and process solutions. Supervises the establishment and development of project plans, risk management plans, and other project governance processes and procedures Managing/running multiple scrums and projects. Facilitate team events such as Daily Stand-ups, Iteration Planning, reviews, and retrospectives Define project / program scope, goals, and work that support business goals and objectives in collaboration with senior management and partners Directs the supervision of project team members, including vendors, around project allocation, scheduling, problem/conflict resolution and related project activities. Will be required to assist in the establishment and remediation of large complex programs. Track ongoing program performance throughout using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring that the program delivers the expected benefits Develop an environment where the team can stay focused Educate the team about Lean and SAFe Agile practices like Scrum Remove roadblocks and impediments to team progress Support the Product Owner in managing the backlog and guiding the team Strengthen communication and collaborations teams, especially those on the Agile Release Train (ART) Track team metrics and find ways to improve team performance Guide the team towards becoming a hard-working and self-managing unit Continuously learn and improve as a Scrum Master to better support the team's success, including participation in Amgen Communities of Practice Run scrum cadences working with multiples teams across the globe. Ensure coordination between teams for timely delivery. What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. Must-Have Skills: Deep knowledge and expertise in PMP/SAFe. Combine technical knowledge of SAFe with a motivation to improve software, systems, and Agile business processes. Demonstrated track record of success in multiple complex projects and/or programs as well as management / mentoring of Project Managers. Strong program/project management skills within a diverse toolset of methodologies (Agile, Scrum, DevOps etc.) including risk mitigation strategies Have solid eye for business - Ability to handle multiple priorities and to build a strong network and relationships up to the executive levels across IT functions and the business. Possess strong learning agility and technical leadership - ability to breakdown complex topics issues and into actionable plans for team execution (quickly come up to speed on technologies) Strong vendor management skills from RFP ideation to implementation management Possess strong financial skill - ability to forecast sophisticated costing models, and manage overall financial portfolio (LE, Capital/Expense, etc.) Experience managing change in a complex, matrix organization Excellent Project Management, People Management and Leadership skills in a software Development environment. Soft Skills: Excellent analytical and gap/fit assessment skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with global, teams High degree of initiative and self-motivation. Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals Strong presentation and public speaking skills. Ability to hold team members accountable to commitments Basic Qualifications: Masters degree with a minimum of 5 to 6years of Information Systems experience OR Bachelors degree with a minimum of 6 to 8 years of Information Systems experience. Professional Certifications (please mention if the certification is preferred or required for the role): Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification (required) Certified Organisational Change Professional (CCMP) or equivalent (preferred) SAFe Scrum Master certification - preferred
