Sr. Scrum Master
Hybrid to Downtown Chicago (3 days a week onsite)
Project Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Scrum Master to lead and facilitate agile processes across two key technology teams within our FX Front Office technology group. One team focuses on Data Modernization initiatives, while the other is dedicated to upgrading our Position Management System.
Qualifications (Must Haves):
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
- 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in a technology-driven environment, with experience in the financial services industry
- Understanding of front office trading (ideally FX) and data management
- Demonstrated ability to work with external vendors and manage complex, multi-team projects
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Technical proficiency in understanding software development processes
- Experience with agile tools such as ADO and Confluence
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Agile Facilitation:
- Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other agile ceremonies for both teams.
- Ensure adherence to agile principles and practices, and act as a coach to continuously improve team performance and efficiency.
Communication & Collaboration:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for cross-team communication, ensuring alignment between agile teams, auxiliary groups, and enterprise initiatives.
- Facilitate communication with external vendors, ensuring that requirements are clearly understood and deliverables are met.
Technical Support:
- Work closely with the teams to understand the technical nuances of their work and collaborate with enterprise teams to support them or remove blockers impeding progress.
Stakeholder Management:
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Project Managers, and other stakeholders to ensure that the team’s work aligns with business objectives.
- Provide regular updates to leadership on team progress, risks, and dependencies.
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the team’s agility, productivity, and overall effectiveness.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and adaptation.
