Scrum Master
- UST
- 5 - 10 years
- Hyderabad
- 2 days ago
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Job Description
Job Role: Scrum Master
Location: Hyderabad
Skill: Scrum Master, Agile, Jira, SDLC
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Scrum Master / Project Manager to lead and manage end-to-end delivery of software projects up to a TCV of $500K. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating agile practices, ensuring project governance, managing risks, and driving outcomes across multiple teams. You will work closely with stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and leadership to ensure timely, quality delivery that aligns with customer expectations and strategic business goals.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Delivery Management
- Manage end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation to closure for small to medium-sized projects.
- Ensure project scope, timelines, and costs are adhered to as per contract.
- Track and report project KPIs, manage deliverables, and analyze overall project health.
- Implement and tailor delivery methodologies (Agile/Scrum/Hybrid) to optimize KPIs and quality outcomes.
Agile Facilitation & Scrum Leadership
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Coach development teams on agile principles and foster self-organization and high performance.
- Work with Product Owner to manage and refine the product backlog and prioritize features.
- Identify and eliminate impediments that hinder team productivity.
Stakeholder & Communication Management
- Identify internal and external stakeholders, establish communication plans, and build strong relationships.
- Define and manage RACIA roles and responsibilities across the project team.
- Report project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and leadership.
Scope, Estimation & Planning
- Conduct requirements elicitation and impact analysis of changes across project phases.
- Define scope control mechanisms, estimation, and resource planning.
- Conduct pyramid-based resource planning aligned with project KPIs.
Risk & Issue Management
- Proactively identify risks, define mitigation plans, and track dependencies.
- Document and communicate issues and ensure escalation pathways are followed.
Test & Defect Management
- Support test strategy, execution, defect triage, and root cause analysis.
- Prioritize defects based on business impact and collaborate in integration testing.
Quality, Tools & Governance
- Define tooling strategy for efficient delivery and compliance with quality standards.
- Tailor governance models to meet project-specific requirements.
- Champion the use of reusable assets and process improvements.
Financial & Profitability Management
- Create and manage profitability sheets, analyze resource costs, and improve project margins.
- Understand and define pricing models and cost implications for various delivery models.
Knowledge & Process Management
- Establish and maintain KM (Knowledge Management) plans and repositories.
- Contribute lessons learned and best practices to organizational knowledge bases.
Team Development
- Provide mentorship and performance feedback to team members.
- Implement frameworks for skill assessment and development within the team.
- Inspire innovation and continuous improvement in project execution.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Sprint Velocity / Team Productivity
- Planned vs. Actual (Schedule, Effort, Cost)
- Product Quality (Defect density, rework effort, defect leakage)
- Scope Stability and Change Management
- Risk Management Index
- Customer and Team Satisfaction
Skills & Competencies
Technical & Project Skills
- Proficiency in Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello)
- Understanding of SDLC, estimation techniques, and metrics analysis
- Strong problem-solving, facilitation, and conflict resolution abilities
Leadership & Communication
- Ability to manage cross-functional teams and coordinate complex projects
- Skilled in stakeholder communication and influencing across levels
- Experience in managing geographically distributed and remote teams
Qualifications Required
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
- Proven experience in Agile project delivery and team facilitation
- Strong knowledge of software development processes and tools
Preferred
- Advanced certifications: A-CSM, PSM II, or SAFe
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and cloud-based delivery
- Experience working within a scaled Agile framework (e.g., SAFe, LeSS)
- Master's degree in a related discipline
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & ConsultingFunctional Area / Department: IT & Information SecurityRole Category: IT & Information Security - OtherRole: IT & Information Security - OtherEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: USTLocation(s): Hyderabad
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For More Details Call : HR Anusha @ 9901198053 (Call or whatsapp ) Email ID : anushathejobfactory@gmail.com
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