Lead Scrum Master

Tata Consultancy Services

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services Limited is seeking a Lead Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Manager with deep expertise in Cloud, AI & Digital Transformation, especially within Mortgage and lending banking domains. The role requires guiding multiple teams, driving Agile ceremonies, and partnering with architects and business leaders to translate roadmaps into executable plans.

The ideal candidate will have 12+ years in Scrum/Agile leadership, strong cloud experience (Azure/AWS), and a track record

Qualifications

12+ years as Scrum Master, Agile PM, or Delivery/Program Manager.
Experience leading Cloud Transformation and Digital Transformation programs.
Strong cloud: Azure, AWS, cloud-native architectures.
Experience with AI/ML, GenAI, automation, analytics, data initiatives.
Delivery of enterprise business apps, platform modernization, API integrations, digital banking solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead Scrum Master for multiple Agile teams delivering Cloud, AI, Digital Transformation and Business Applications.
Facilitate Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Reviews, Retrospectives, Scrum of Scrums, PI Planning.
Coach teams, Product Owners, and leadership on Agile practices and delivery excellence.
Drive Agile maturity, predictability, and operational excellence across programs.
Coordinate cross-functional teams to align business objectives with cloud and AI initiatives.

Skills

Scrum Master

Agile Delivery

Cloud Transformation

AI/GenAI

Digital Transformation

Banking domain knowledge

Education

CSM (Certified Scrum Master)

SAFe

PMI-ACP

PMP

Tools

Azure

AWS

Kubernetes

CI/CD

API Management

DevOps

Power BI

Job description

Lead Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Manager (Cloud, AI & Digital Transformation) with experience in Mortgage, lending banking Domain

Required Experience

12+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Project Manager, Delivery Manager, or Program Manager.
Proven experience leading Cloud Transformation, AI/GenAI initiatives, Digital Transformation programs, and Enterprise Business Application delivery.
Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and cloud-native architectures.
Experience managing AI/ML, GenAI, automation, analytics, and data-driven initiatives.
Demonstrated success delivering complex enterprise business applications, platform modernization, API integrations, and digital banking solutions.
Experience working in Banking, Financial Services, Payments, or other regulated industries.
Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe, PMI-ACP, PMP, or equivalent Agile certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Azure OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, AI-powered business solutions, Data & AI platforms, and cloud modernization programs.
Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, API Management, Microservices, Kubernetes, and modern SDLC practices.
Strong understanding of enterprise application portfolios including ERP, CRM, Workflow, Digital Channels, and Banking Platforms.
Experience leading Agile transformations at scale within SAFe or enterprise Agile environments.

Key Responsibilities

Agile Leadership & Delivery

Serve as Lead Scrum Master for multiple Agile teams supporting Cloud, AI, Digital Transformation, and Business Application initiatives.
Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, Retrospectives, Scrum of Scrums, and PI Planning.
Coach teams, Product Owners, and leadership on Agile best practices, continuous improvement, and delivery excellence.
Drive Agile maturity, delivery predictability, and operational excellence across programs.

Cloud, AI & Digital Transformation

Lead delivery of cloud migration, application modernization, platform engineering, and AI-enabled business solutions.
Coordinate cross-functional teams delivering AI, analytics, automation, cloud-native applications, and digital transformation initiatives.
Partner with architects, engineering teams, and business leaders to translate transformation roadmaps into executable plans.
Ensure alignment between business objectives, cloud strategy, and AI innovation initiatives.

Business Application Management

Manage delivery and enhancement of enterprise business applications including ERP, CRM, workflow automation, digital platforms, and banking systems.
Coordinate application lifecycle activities including planning, development, testing, releases, upgrades, and production readiness.
Drive prioritization and execution of business and technology roadmaps across multiple application portfolios.
Support governance, risk management, and compliance requirements for business-critical applications.

Project & Program Management

Plan and manage complex programs involving multiple teams, vendors, and stakeholders.
Own project plans, delivery roadmaps, RAID logs, dependencies, budgets, and resource planning.
Monitor program health using KPIs, dashboards, delivery metrics, and executive reporting.
Proactively identify risks, remove impediments, and drive mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary liaison between business leaders, product teams, architecture, engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
Facilitate strategic planning, roadmap discussions, and executive reviews.
Translate business objectives into actionable Agile delivery plans.
Drive decision-making and alignment across complex organizational structures.

Operational Excellence

Collaborate with DevOps, Cloud Engineering, Security, Data Engineering, and Support teams to ensure smooth delivery and release execution.
Promote automation, AI-assisted delivery practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support budget planning, governance, compliance, audit readiness, and operational health reporting.

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