Associate Project Lead - Scrum/Agile

Experience & Qualifications

• 8-10 years total experience, including minimum 3 years as Scrum Master.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering (CS/IT specialization), MCA, M.S., or M.Sc. IT.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Identify and resolve obstacles hindering team progress.
• Promote continuous improvement through retrospectives and feedback.
• Communicate project status, risks, issues, and KPIs to stakeholders.
• Ensure team adherence to Scrum framework and Agile principles for high-quality, on-time delivery.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Robust problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Proven ability to lead/facilitate Scrum ceremonies and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Development, QA, PMO).
• General understanding of programming concepts and database querying.
• Expertise in AI tools like Jellyfish, Jira AI, and GitHub Copilot for predicting risks, analyzing cycle time, prioritizing tasks, and deriving productivity insights.

Certifications

• Agile methodologies: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) required.
• SAFe, Kanban, or PMP advantageous.