Chicago, Illinois (Local & Hybrid)
long term contract
Job Description.
Proven experience as an Agile Manager, Scrum Master, or similar role in a software development environment.
Deep understanding of Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
Hands-on experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps (ADO), or similar platforms.
Strong facilitation skills to conduct various Agile ceremonies effectively.
Ability to prepare detailed reports and dashboards for stakeholders at various levels.
Experience in managing cross-functional teams and removing organizational impediments.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across teams and stakeholders.
A track record of fostering a culture of learning and driving continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of experience
Certification in Agile frameworks such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or SAFe Agilist.
Experience in scaling Agile practices across large organizations or multiple teams.
Knowledge of risk management frameworks and experience in escalating critical issues effectively.
Financial Services experience is desirable
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Agile Framework Expertise: Apply expertise in Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile methodologies to optimize team performance and delivery. Use Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps (ADO), etc., to support collaboration and project tracking.
Facilitating Agile Ceremonies: Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Grooming/Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives, Daily Standups, Weekly Standups, Scrum of Scrums, Program Leadership Connects, and Steering Committee Meetings.
Metrics and Reporting: Prepare and present weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly reports to track progress, identify risks, and inform stakeholders.
Collaboration and Coordination: Partner with Business Managers and Business Technology Directors to align product areas with business objectives. Facilitate coordination and collaboration across product families to maximize workflow efficiency.
Optimization and Risk Management: Optimize the flow of work from ideation to delivery across multiple business units. Actively manage and escalate risks and customer-impacting issues to management. Identify and remove systemic impediments to ensure the smooth delivery of projects.
Community Building and Culture Shaping: Build and foster strong communities within and across teams. Promote a culture of continuous learning and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Leadership and Coaching: Coach and mentor teams to achieve high performance, fostering self-organization and accountability. Guide teams on Agile best practices and ensure adherence to agreed processes and standards.
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