Project Manager with Scrum Master Experience

As a Project Manager with Scrum Master Experience, you will be responsible for leading and managing projects using Agile principles and practices. With 7 to 15 years of experience in IT/technical project management roles, you will play a crucial role in defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. Your primary responsibilities will include the following: - **Scrum Master Responsibilities**: - Lead Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. - Foster a collaborative team environment to enhance productivity and innovation. - Promote Agile best practices and coach team members on Scrum principles. - Work with Product Owners to prioritize and manage the product backlog. - Ensure user stories and acceptance criteria are clear, concise, and actionable. - **Project Planning and Execution**: - Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation. - Ensure project milestones are achieved within budget and timeline. - **Technical Coordination**: - Act as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical tasks. - Facilitate technical discussions, architecture reviews, and decision-making processes. - Provide guidance on technical feasibility and risks. - **Team Leadership**: - Lead and motivate cross-functional teams of engineers, QA, and business analysts. - Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation within the team. - Manage team workloads and address any resource constraints proactively. - **Stakeholder Management**: - Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. - Communicate project updates, risks, and mitigation strategies effectively. - Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project goals. - **Risk Management and Problem Solving**: - Identify project risks, dependencies, and challenges early in the lifecycle. - Develop and implement mitigation plans to address risks and resolve issues promptly. - **Process Improvement**: - Continuously improve project management practices and tools to enhance efficiency. - Introduce industry best practices and standard operating procedures for project delivery. - **Quality Assurance**: - Ensure high-quality project outcomes by establishing rigorous quality control measures. - Conduct post-project evaluations and implement lessons learned. **Certifications:** Certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM) or equivalent. **Primary Skills**: - Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects. - Strong understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), Agile, and DevOps practices. - Proficiency in project management tools like Jira, Microsoft Project, or equivalent. **Technical Expertise**: - Familiarity with modern cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and enterprise architecture. - Experience working with technologies such as Java, .NET, or Python is a plus. **Leadership and Communication**: - Excellent team leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills. - Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences. **Education**: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Masters degree preferred). If you have a passion for leading projects, managing stakeholders, and driving technical teams towards successful project delivery, this role in Trivandrum/Bangalore could be the perfect fit for you. Apply before the close date on 18-04-2025 to join our team.,