Scrum Master/Project Manager
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Minimum 5 years experience leading software development teams consisting of both onsite and offshore resources, with at least 2 years experience as a practicing Scrum Master
Demonstrate excellent understanding of development concepts and SDLC methodologies
Strong customer focus, excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to work in rapidly changing environment
Understanding of object-oriented development and software design patterns
Experience in Agile / Scrum development methodologies and tools (Jira / Jenkins)
Experience in eCommerce
Desirable:
Understanding of multithreaded software design
Experience with other Agile/Lean practices such as XP or Kanban
Experience in a developer contributor role
Participation in Test Driven Development or Business Driven Development
Practice of Continuous Integration or Continuous Delivery
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The ideal candidate will possess the following performance and personal characteristics:
Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence effectively without direct authority, balancing between competing priorities while remaining flexible and creative.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work up, down and across organizational levels.
Strong business acumen, operations and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to assess current practices, identify opportunities for improvement, build consensus and drive the implementation of related changes.
Excellent executive presence and a track record of success working closely with the C-Suite.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
BS or MS degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related discipline required
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) credentials highly preferred