Scrum Master

Company Description

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Greetings from Jobsbridge!

Jobsbridge, Inc. is a fast growing Silicon Valley based I.T staffing and professional services company specializing in Web, Cloud & Mobility staffing solutions.

Be it core Java, full-stack Java, Web/UI designers, Big Data or Cloud or Mobility developers/architects, we have them all.


Job Description

Minimum 5-7 years in a financial services organization or major consulting organization acting in a formal IT project management capacity
Advanced PM expertise as well as recent Scrum Master experience. Min 1 year as active Scrum Master. Some Scrum coaching expertise
Scrum Master certification
Competent and proficient understanding of general technology environment (platforms, organizational structure and culture, teams involved in the successful completion of technology initiatives, etc.)
Excellent relationship management, communication, teamwork, and influence skills; ability to operate at senior levels in both written and verbal communications interacting professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts
Highly versed in various development methodologies, including waterfall and agile software development lifecycle
Self-motivated and can work independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
Experience working with BA and Testing teams
Proficient with MS Office applications: Excel, MS Project, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint
Jira or some other agile tool (e.g., Version1)


Preferred Skills:



PMP certification
Technical background in development (Python, Java, C++, .Net, SQL)
Experience working on projects in Data Modelling, SAP BO, Tableau)
Experience in accounting practices and terminology
SharePoint experience since some projects involve C#/Sharepoint development work.

Qualifications

Python, Java, C++, .Net, SQL

Additional Information

Only GC/Citizen/OPT

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