Job Summary
We are seeking a Scrum Master / Project Manager to lead Agile delivery teams and ensure successful execution of projects through effective planning, coordination, and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver complex technology solutions in a fast-paced environment.This role involves acting as a servant leader, coach, and facilitator for the delivery team, while also managing project scope, budget, and timelines using a hybrid (Agile + traditional PM) approach where needed.Key Responsibilities:
Agile Delivery Leadership
Facilitate all core Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives)Guide and coach teams on Agile principles, values, and best practices to ensure continuous improvementRemove blockers and impediments to the team’s progress and foster a culture of ownership and accountabilityCoordinate sprint activities, backlog grooming, and ensure alignment between Product Owners, Developers, and QA teamsProject & Program Management
Manage project timelines, scope, risks, and deliverables, ensuring successful completion of projects on schedule and within budgetDevelop and maintain project plans, RAID logs, and dashboards using tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or similarDrive status reporting, executive presentations, and ensure transparent communication with all stakeholdersOversee resource allocation, capacity planning, and cross-functional dependenciesSupport financial tracking, forecasting, and project invoicing (where applicable)Stakeholder & Communication Management
Collaborate closely with business sponsors, product owners, and technical leads to align on priorities and scopeFacilitate client meetings, sprint demos, retrospectives, and project steering committee sessionsServe as the primary contact for project-level escalations, governance, and change managementQuality & Continuous Improvement
Promote adoption of Agile metrics (Velocity, Burndown, Cycle Time, etc.) to monitor and improve team performanceLead retrospectives to identify process improvements and implement action plansChampion best practices in DevOps, CI/CD, and Agile at scale (SAFe, LeSS, or hybrid models)Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldCertifications:
Mandatory: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM I or II)Preferred: PMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist (SA), or PRINCE28+ years of total experience in IT project delivery, with 3–5 years in an Agile Scrum Master / PM roleProven experience managing cross-functional teams in distributed and global delivery environmentsStrong understanding of Agile frameworks, SDLC, and Waterfall-to-Agile transformation practicesExcellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsHands-on experience with Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, or similar project management toolsPreferred Qualifications
Experience in Salesforce, Cloud, or Digital Transformation projectsExposure to DevOps automation and Agile at scale environmentsExperience working with onshore/offshore models and managing vendor partnersStrong analytical, facilitation, and problem-solving abilitiesPersonal Attributes
Servant-leader mindset with high emotional intelligenceStrong sense of ownership, accountability, and collaborationAbility to influence without authority and drive changeExcellent communication and presentation skills for senior stakeholders