Scrum Master with JIRA Experience

ELITE DIGITAL LOGISTICS

Chennai

On-site

INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Opportunities for professional development and growth

Collaborative and innovative work environment

Job summary

A leading global digital logistics company seeks a Scrum Master to lead Agile teams and manage JIRA configurations. Your experience in facilitating Scrum ceremonies and ensuring QA processes will drive our digital transformation. Join us in modernizing logistics through technology and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
Proven experience with JIRA, including advanced configuration and reporting.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and principles.

Responsibilities

Guide and mentor Agile teams in Scrum principles and best practices.
Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies and act as a servant leader.
Manage and optimize JIRA workflows and reporting.

Skills

Facilitation

Coaching

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Job Title: Scrum Master with JIRA Experience

About Us:

We are a leading global digital logistics company specializing in chemical and petrochemical products, offering best-in-class freight forwarding and documentation services. As part of our commitment to innovation and excellence, we are undertaking a digital transformation project using microservices and cloud-native applications. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of modernizing logistics through cutting-edge technology.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scrum Master with hands-on expertise in JIRA and a solid understanding of QA leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of leading Agile teams, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, managing JIRA configurations, and driving quality assurance initiatives. This is a pivotal role aimed at ensuring delivery excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Guide and mentor Agile teams in Scrum principles and best practices to ensure successful Agile adoption.
Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
Act as a servant leader, removing impediments and promoting self-organization.

JIRA Administration & Project Tracking

Manage and optimize JIRA workflows, boards, dashboards, and reporting to suit evolving project needs.
Ensure JIRA is used effectively for sprint planning, backlog management, and performance tracking.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting

Provide clear, timely communication with stakeholders on sprint progress, risks, and dependencies.
Track key Agile metrics (velocity, burn-down, throughput) and use insights to improve team performance.
Foster a culture of collaboration across cross-functional teams including developers, testers, product owners, and stakeholders.
Encourage retrospection, experimentation, and adoption of best practices to elevate team delivery standards.

QA Lead Responsibilities (within Scrum Master Role):

Oversee and coordinate testing activities within the Agile lifecycle.
Collaborate closely with QA engineers to define and implement testing strategies, automation plans, and acceptance criteria.
Ensure test coverage, quality assurance processes, and defect tracking are integrated into the sprint lifecycle.
Support QA team members in driving UAT, regression testing, and continuous integration quality checks.
Promote a “shift-left” quality mindset by embedding QA from the start of each sprint.

Preferred Qualifications:

7+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
Proven experience with JIRA, including advanced configuration and reporting. Proven experience with JIRA, including advanced configuration and reporting.
Prior experience managing or collaborating with QA/test automation teams.
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and principles.
Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM) is a plus.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.

Skills:

Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the logistics or supply chain industry.
Familiarity with other Agile tools and frameworks.
Advanced JIRA certifications or training.
Knowledge of microservices and cloud-native architectures.
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Collaborative and innovative work environment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications to raj@edlog.com

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