Senior Scrum Master - AVP - C12 - PUNE

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) Scrum Master to join our dynamic Agile team at Citi. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating the Agile methodology within our organization, specifically focusing on Scrum practices. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of projects aligned with the strategic goals of Citi.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Retrospectives) and ensure adherence to Agile principles and practices.
• Coach and mentor team members on Agile frameworks and methodologies, promoting self-organization and accountability.
• Remove impediments or guide the team to remove impediments by finding the right personnel or resources to resolve issues.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to prioritize backlog items and manage dependencies.
• Monitor and track team progress and performance metrics, providing regular updates and reports to management and stakeholders.
• Foster a positive team environment that encourages innovation and creativity while delivering high-quality products and services.

Requirements:

• Overall 8 to 12 years experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in a large-scale enterprise environment, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification required
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven track record of successfully implementing Agile methodologies and driving Agile transformation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience with Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within Agile teams, such as Agile Coach, Scrum Master Lead, or similar.
• Advanced Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), SAFe Agilist (SA), or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).
• Experience with scaling Agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS) in a large organizational setting.
• Knowledge of DevOps principles and practices, including continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Familiarity with financial services regulations and compliance requirements.