Scrum Master - IT Project Delivery

Job Summary : We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master / POD Lead to drive Agile delivery, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, and ensure effective collaboration within cross-functional teams. The role requires strong expertise in Scrum, Kanban, sprint planning, backlog management, and JIRA. Key Responsibilities : - Lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. - Drive Agile practices across the POD and ensure adherence to Scrum/Kanban frameworks. - Manage and prioritize the product backlog in collaboration with Product Owners and stakeholders. - Track sprint progress, velocity, risks, dependencies, and delivery metrics. - Identify and remove blockers and impediments impacting team productivity. - Promote continuous improvement and Agile best practices within the team. - Maintain project dashboards and track delivery metrics using JIRA. - Coordinate with Product, Engineering, QA, and business stakeholders to ensure timely delivery. - Support the team in achieving sprint and release commitments. Must-Have Skills: - 5-8 years of experience in Scrum Master / Agile Project Management / POD Lead roles. - Strong hands-on experience with Scrum and Kanban. - Expertise in Sprint Planning, Backlog Management, and Agile delivery. - Strong experience with JIRA and Agile dashboards/reporting. - Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. - Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement.