Lead Analyst-Scrum master

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Scrum Master to lead Agile delivery within cross-functional teams. This role is pivotal in driving high-performance Agile practices and ensuring successful delivery in collaboration with Product Owners, Release Managers, Business Analysts, and Program Managers. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of Agile frameworks, excellent communication skills, and a technical background, preferably in .NET and Microsoft SQL Server within the digital banking domain. Facilitate Scrum Events: Lead and manage Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Coach Agile Practices: Educate and mentor team members on Agile values, principles, and Scrum practices. Coordinate Delivery: Manage sprint goals, timelines, and deliverables to ensure high-quality output. Remove Impediments: Proactively identify and eliminate roadblocks to team progress. Enhance Collaboration: Promote open communication across teams and stakeholders for seamless coordination. Track Metrics: Monitor team progress using Agile tools (e.g., burndown charts, velocity reports) and report to leadership. Support Product Owners: Help with backlog grooming, prioritization, and defining acceptance criteria. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: Preferred Qualifications Experience: 8-12 years of total experience with proven experience as a Scrum Master. Agile Knowledge: Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum principles, and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.). Tools: Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or equivalent. Leadership: Strong facilitation, mentoring, and conflict-resolution skills. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication with the ability to influence and motivate. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or equivalent. Technical Knowledge: Exposure to software development processes with working knowledge of: o.NET Framework / Microsoft Stack oMicrosoft SQL Server (ability to understand or write queries is a plus) Domain Experience: Experience working in the digital banking or financial services domain is highly desirable. Skills: Agile Delivery Management SCRUM Scrum Master English SQLite