Project Manager

The mission of the Scrum Master/Project Manager will be to provide Agile SDLC execution and delivery leadership in order to produce high-quality software solutions to our clients in the committed timeframes. The role requires a blend of leading-edge agile and scrum best practices supported by traditional project management principles and practices where necessary.

Responsibilities Of The Role

Manage and deliver application development and enhancement efforts throughout the SDLC using the appropriate agile methodologies

Work with the product owner and development team to define the product backlog and delivery roadmap

Utilize Jira to actively groom the product backlog, plan sprints, and manage user stories, tasks, and bugs throughout the SDLC

Develop positive working relationships with external clients to plan work, resolve impediments, clarify user stories and requirements, manage expectations, communicate status, etc.

Perfrm project management task such as creating schedules, managing budgets, resource planning, working with sub-contractors, etc.

Manage sprint artifacts and events and proactively work with the team to identify and resolve impediments

Proactively work with the client, product owner, and delivery team to address schedule, scope, quality, and budget issues

Aid in development of user stories, user requirements, wireframes, etc.

Support software testing efforts by identifying new test cases, directing testing efforts, and assisting with the development and maintenance of test scripts

Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised and resolved

Clearly articulate challenges and present thoughtful solutions at the necessary depth across both multi-functional teams and senior leadership

Effectively communicate project progress, dependencies, and impediments to clients and senior leadership

Travel to client sites if required

Skills, Qualifications, And Experience

Must have the right to work in US

Bachelors degree or higher with at least 5 years of related experience

Required 4 Years of demonstrated experience of delivering software solutions through the full SDLC

1-2 years of Scrum Master experience, CSM certification is a plus

1-2 years of Project Management experience

Technical background preferred, this is not a coding position, but you should be familiar with the terminology and very comfortable talking with developers

Prior Consulting Experience Is Preferred

Self-starter with a high degree of accountability and a continuous improvement mindset for yourself and your team

Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate up, down, and across organizations

Ability to take initiative and drive tasks and issues to resolution

Ability to work on multiple projects, set priorities and work independently when needed

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills