Agiliad Technologies - Scrum Master - Agile Methodology

Position Summary : We are seeking a Scrum Master who combines strong technical acumen with exemplary leadership and process management skills. The ideal candidate will drive planning and execution of large-scale software development/maintenance projects, ensure agile best practices, and deliver high-quality products/service on time and within budget. You will be responsible for cross-functional team facilitation, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement of delivery processes. Key Responsibilities : Program & Project Management : - Lead end-to-end planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of complex software projects (e.g., Unifi Agent). - Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, and resource allocation. - Define milestones, deliverables, and success criteria in alignment with business and technical requirements. - Manage risks, dependencies, and change requests; proactively address issues to ensure project continuity. Scrum Master & Agile Delivery : - Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives). Technical Leadership : - Understand architectural principles, software requirements, and solution design to guide teams and resolve technical challenges. - Collaborate with architects, engineering leads, and QA to ensure technical excellence and adherence to standards. Process Orientation & Continuous Improvement : - Design, implement, and optimize project management processes and tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps). - Standardize documentation, reporting, and communication practices across projects. Qualifications : - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field. - 8+ years of experience in program/project management, preferably in software development or IT infrastructure. - 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in a technical environment. - Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), Agile/Scrum, and DevOps practices. - Proven track record of delivering complex, multi-platform software projects (Windows/Linux, cloud/on-premise). - Technical proficiency in relevant technologies (e.g., .NET Core, REST APIs, cloud services, CI/CD tools). - Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, Trello, or equivalent. Skills & Competencies : - Technical Strength: Ability to understand, communicate, and resolve technical challenges across multiple platforms. - Process Orientation: Demonstrated ability to design and implement efficient processes and workflows. - Planning & Organization: Strong project planning, scheduling, and prioritization skills. - Leadership: Inspires and drives teams to deliver results; excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills. - Communication: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills; adept at stakeholder management. - Problem Solving: Analytical thinker, adept at risk assessment, mitigation, and root cause analysis. - Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity, rapid change, and multi-tasking. Certifications (Preferred) : - Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certification. - PMP certification is a plus. - Technical certifications (Microsoft, AWS, etc.) preferred.