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Agile Scrum Master - Senior Manager Job Title


Agile Scrum Master


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Role Description


We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master to lead our Agile teams in delivering high-quality software products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation skills, and a passion for helping teams succeed. As a Scrum Master, you will be responsible for guiding teams through the Scrum framework, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that Agile practices are followed to achieve project goals.





• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies: Lead and facilitate key Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
• Team Support: Act as a servant leader to the Scrum team, removing impediments, facilitating collaboration, and promoting a positive team environment.
• Agile Coaching: Provide guidance and coaching on Agile practices and Scrum principles to team members and stakeholders. Help teams improve their Agile maturity.
• Backlog Management: Work with Product Owners to ensure the product backlog is well-groomed, prioritized, and aligned with business objectives.
• Sprint Execution: Monitor the progress of sprints, track team performance, and ensure that deliverables are met within the agreed-upon timeframes.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a liaison between the Scrum team and external stakeholders. Communicate progress, manage expectations, and address concerns.
• Metrics and Reporting: Track key Agile metrics such as velocity, burn-down charts, and team performance. Provide reports and insights to stakeholders and management.
• Process Improvement: Continuously seek opportunities to improve Agile processes and practices. Implement best practices and drive process efficiencies.
• Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts within the team, promoting a culture of openness and collaboration.
• Documentation: Maintain necessary Scrum documentation, including sprint goals, team agreements, and process improvements.

Core/Must have skills


Experience: 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in a software development environment.


Scrum Master Certification: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) certification is required. Advanced certifications (CSPO, PSM II) are a plus.


Agile Methodologies: Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.


Facilitation Skills: Proven ability to facilitate Scrum ceremonies and guide teams through Agile processes.


Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with team members and stakeholders.




Tools: Familiarity with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or Trello.




Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills




Team Collaboration: Ability to foster collaboration and build relationships within a cross-functional team.


Good to have skills


Advanced Certifications: Advanced Scrum Master certifications (CSM Advanced, PSM II, or equivalent) are preferred.


Agile Coaching: Experience in coaching teams and organizations on Agile best practices and methodologies.


Project Management: Knowledge of project management principles and experience in managing large, complex projects.




Change Management: Experience in managing change and facilitating Agile transformations in organizations.




Work Schedule


Hybrid


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Why this role is important to us


Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We're driving the company's digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.




We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We're looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.




Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.




About State Street




What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.




Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.




Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.


State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.




Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers


Job ID R-753612



ABOUT COMPANY
State Street Corporation
London, United Kingdom
39000 Employees Investment Banking / M & A
State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) is one of the world's leading providers of financial services to institutional investors, including investment se...