Agile Scrum Master

ALLTECH CONSULTING SVC INC; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is looking for an Agile Scrum Master in Johns Creek, Georgia. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience within complex financial organizations, proficient in Agile and Kanban methodologies, and possess excellent communication and project management skills. Responsibilities include leading Agile project execution, managing cross-team collaborations, and ensuring successful delivery of projects. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to critical initiatives in financial services.

Qualifications

• Experience in a complex financial organization acting as a Scrum Master.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
• Experience in managing multiple projects in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management efforts aligning with Agile methodologies.
• Collaborate with teams to remove impediments.
• Ensure team progress towards deliverables.

Skills

Agile Scrum Methodologies

Kanban

Relationship Management

Project Management

Technical Background

Communication Skills

Detail-Oriented

MS Office Suite

Tools

JIRA

Microsoft Project

Excel

Visio

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

About the Company

Since our founding in 1935, we have been committed to serving local and global communities by being a market leader in Investment Banking, Securities, Investment Management and Wealth Management services. Our belief that capital can work to benefit all of society inspires us to put our clients first, lead with exceptional ideas, hold our business to high ethical standards, and give back to communities around the world through philanthropy and public works. We have a smart casual dress code and operate under a philosophy that balances work with your personal life. Our peoples talent, passion, and expertise is the fuel on which our organization runs, therefore, our people are our greatest asset. Diversity and inclusiveness is a critical component for our success and it is our priority to continue building a firm that values the unique background and identity of every one of our employees, thus enabling our people to bring their full, and best selves to work each day. Teamwork is the essence of our approach, and so are the values of integrity, excellence, and enabling our people to achieve at the highest levels. We invite you to learn more about our commitment to diversity and serving our community.

Technology

Our Technology is the global technology department responsible for the design, development, delivery and support of the technical solutions behind the products and services used by the Company’s business. The department is comprised of 10 organizations: Sales, Banking & Corporate-Client Technology, Investment Products & Markets Technology, Client Reporting, Core Processing, Private and International Wealth Management Technology, Technology Integration Office, Enterprise Infrastructure & Production Management, Capital Markets Application & Data Services, Deployment Planning & Release Management, and the Chief Operating Office.

Department Profile

Technology Delivery Management The Technology Delivery Management team is responsible for program management, project management and leading execution for various initiatives in MSWM. The team leads critical management efforts related to the complete lifecycle of the programs and projects. The team is well structured with right mapping of projects teams supporting multiple departments.

The team closely interacts with the business to work on the project plan, determine the scope, secure the related funding, and work closely with the development teams to execute and deliver the projects. The team is also responsible for efficiently managing the project (both through Waterfall, Agile methodologies) and also carries out cross-team networking and interactions to remove impediments.

Position Description

A dynamic and technologically advanced team is looking for an experienced Agile Scrum Master. The ideal candidate embodies the core values being client focused, lead with excellence, do the right thing, and team oriented. The candidate brings knowledge of Agile principles and ceremonies, experiences in collaboration across complex organizations, removing impediments, and ensuring team progress towards their missions and deliverables.

Responsibilities & skills Required

• Experienced in a large complex financial organization or major consulting organization acting in as Scrum Master and project management capacity.
• Highly versed in Agile Scrum and Kanban methodologies.
• Technical background in integration, development, testing, and/or infrastructure. Ability to understand and implement front-to-back solutions.
• Excellent relationship management, communication, teamwork, and influence skills; ability to operate at senior levels in both written and verbal communications.
• Ability to develop full-scale project plans and associated communication documents; including identifying and managing project dependencies and critical path.
• Experience estimating resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Ability to proactively manage change in project scope, identify potential issues, and devise contingency plans.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong familiarity with Agile project management software/tools (e.g., JIRA, etc.).
• Proficient with MS Office applications: Excel, MS Project, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated capabilities in successfully leading enterprise wide programs and projects. High degree of business acumen and technical competency; ability to balance and bridge technology and business needs; project and program management Management of core functions including business requirements elaboration, systems and process flow analysis, meeting critical milestones and deliverables that are time and scope bound.
• Collaboration across technology organization, providing sound business analysis, process and change leadership within a maturing, Agile PDLC framework. Provide thought leadership and recommendations to management based on best practices and experience working in a global and diverse environment. Build program and project status reporting aligned with enterprise project portfolios. Provide transparency to Senior Management with respect to Portfolio issues, risks and recommend/implement strategies for effective and efficient operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to resolve scheduling and other conflicts in order to meet all deadlines. Experience in working with agile lifecycle and/or tracking and process management tools, e.g. JIRA Identify and analyze opportunities and make tactical/strategic recommendations. Deep skills in program management tools, including Microsoft Project, Access, Word, Excel, Visio, and SharePoint. Plan and conduct relevant meetings with key stakeholders.
• Experience in working on Technology projects related to Financial Services domain. Knowledge of Wealth Management, Banking technology & related applications. Familiarity with Agile scrum methodology preferred. Kanban is also a plus.