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Scrum Master / Kanban Manager

RemoteRemoteContractManager / HeadPosted 29 days agoVisa sponsorship availableHidden Gem · Himalayas

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Required skills

Scrum Master
Kanban Manager
software testing
software project management
Scrum
Kanban
Agile Methodologies
product backlog
team velocity
backlog status

Role summary

We are seeking a Scrum Master / Kanban Manager to lead a software platform development team. This role involves collaborating with specialists to solve complex problems using cutting-edge technologies. The position requires planning and facilitating scrum routines, coordinating team tasks, managing interdependencies, removing impediments, and tracking schedules to meet commitments. The Scrum Master / Kanban Manager will support the product owner with backlog management, escalate issues, report on scrum metrics, and interface with other teams to manage dependencies. Coaching the team on agile practices and shielding them from distractions are key responsibilities.

Job Title: Scrum Master / Kanban Manager

Location: Remote

Duration: 06+ Months Contract on C2C

Job Description:

Summary

We are currently seeking a Scrum Master / Kanban Manager to lead the development efforts of a dynamic and energetic software platform development team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate and work with other specialists across the company in solving the complex problems using cutting edge technologies to push the company forward.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Look for 12 to 15+ years of experience.

Plan, facilitate, run the scrum routines (daily stand-up, planning, demo, retrospective meetings)

Coordinate the tasks of various team members, manage interdependencies and remove impediments

Prepare, manage & track schedules to meet commitments

Support the product owner in creating and maintaining the product backlog

Escalate issues and raise flags in a timely manner

Track and report the scrum metrics (team velocity, backlog status)

Interface with scrum masters / project managers of other teams to manage dependencies and prepare joint plans

Shield the team from outside distractions and interferences for smooth execution

Coach the team on agile practices to ensure project success

Qualification

8+ years of proven work experience in software development / testing / software project management. Minimum 3 years of experience as Scrum Master / Kanban process manager.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or relevant field

Strong knowledge of agile methodologies / frameworks – Scrum, Kanban

Excellent communication, time management and stakeholder management skills

In-depth knowledge of software development process

Experience with large scale complex software development program will be a big plus to succeed in this role

The candidate should have a high-level understanding of software architecture and its various layers like backend and frontend

Scrum master certification is a plus

Attention to details, team-player mindset and positive attitude are key to thrive in this role

Should embrace diversity and have excellent people interaction and negotiation skills.

Originally posted on Himalayas

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