Scrum Master/Project manager

Scrum Master Duties

•  Facilitate Agile ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews.
•  Coach teams on Agile principles and practices to foster continuous improvement.
•  Collaborate with Product Owners to manage and prioritize product backlogs.
•  Track team performance using Agile metrics (velocity, burndown charts, etc.).
•  Remove impediments and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.

 Project Management Duties

•  Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
•  Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed to meet objectives.
•  Manage risks, issues, and dependencies across multiple workstreams.
•  Prepare and present status reports to stakeholders and leadership.
•  Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with business goals.

Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
•  5+ years of experience in Agile delivery and project management.
•  Certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM) and PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred.
•  Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and project management methodologies.
•  Proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Excel.
•  Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. 

Preferred Skills:

•  Experience managing hybrid Agile-Waterfall projects.
•  Background in software development, digital transformation, or enterprise IT.
•  Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
•  Familiarity with budgeting, resource planning, and vendor management.