Allianz - Scrum Master

About the Role : We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Scrum Master to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a passionate advocate for Agile principles and practices, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment for our development teams. You will play a crucial role in facilitating Scrum events, removing impediments, and coaching the team to continuously improve their processes and deliver exceptional value. Responsibilities : Facilitate Scrum Events : - Plan and facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives. - Ensure that these events are conducted effectively and within the established timeboxes. - - Promote self-organization and cross-functionality within the team. Remove Impediments : - Identify and proactively remove impediments that hinder the team's progress. - Work with stakeholders and other teams to resolve dependencies and address roadblocks. - Escalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolution. Coach and Mentor the Team : - Coach the development team on Agile principles and Scrum practices. - Foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning. - Help the team to become self-managing and accountable. - Mentor team members in regards to Agile best practices. Promote Agile Practices : - Champion Agile and Lean methodologies within the organization. - Educate stakeholders on the benefits of Agile and Scrum. - Support the team in implementing and improving their Agile practices. - Encourage the use of XP practices where applicable. Manage Stakeholder Communication : - Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including product owners, developers, and other teams. - Provide regular updates on sprint progress and team performance. - Build strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration. Track and Report Progress : - Maintain and track sprint metrics, such as velocity, burndown charts, and cycle time. - Generate reports and dashboards to visualize team progress and identify areas for improvement. - Utilize Agile tools like JIRA, Confluence, etc. Change Management : - Assist in organizational change management as it relates to Agile transformations. - Help teams adapt to new processes and practices. - Facilitate workshops and training sessions to promote Agile adoption. Training : - Plan, organize and deliver training to team members and stakeholders on Agile methodologies. - Create and maintain training materials and documentation. Required Skills and Experience : Experience : - 3-5 years of overall experience in software development or related fields. - Minimum 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master. - Experience in change management and Agile transformations. - Experience working with multi-functional teams. - Experience in a multinational environment. Agile Expertise : - Strong understanding of Agile and Lean principles and practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and XP. - Proven track record of successfully implementing and facilitating Scrum. - Experience with various Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: pune, IN

Posted Date: 4/19/2025