Scrum Master & Agile Coach

Introduction:

The candidate is an experienced Scrum Master and Agile Coach with a strong background in leading cross-functional teams and driving Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and SAFe. They have a proven track record in enhancing team performance, increasing sprint completion rates, and improving project delivery times. With expertise in backlog management, sprint planning, and facilitating Scrum ceremonies, the candidate fosters collaboration and accountability within teams. They have a solid understanding of web development technologies, including React, Node.js, and JavaScript, and have worked on improving code security and performance through tools like Synk and Google Analytics. Additionally, the candidate is skilled at identifying and resolving obstacles that hinder productivity, promoting a culture of continuous learning and self-organization. They have mentored and coached teams on Agile best practices, driving efficiency and reducing production times. Their experience also includes successfully migrating legacy systems to Agile frameworks, developing data-driven applications, and working with product owners to prioritize features and user stories. With strong leadership skills and the ability to adapt to various project needs, the candidate is dedicated to fostering high-performing teams and delivering quality solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Led cross-functional teams in adopting Agile methodologies, improving sprint completion rates and project delivery times.
• Facilitated all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coached and mentored team members on Agile practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and self-organization.
• Worked closely with product owners to create and prioritize user stories and manage the product backlog.
• Identified and eliminated obstacles hindering team progress, improving overall productivity and efficiency.
• Guided teams in the implementation of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to scale Agile practices across the organization.
• Monitored and tracked team metrics, providing insights into team capacity, performance, and maturity.
• Supported the development of secure, high-quality code by facilitating technical discussions and code reviews.
• Managed team collaboration and task tracking using tools like JIRA and Confluence.
• Trained and mentored team members on best practices for using Scrum processes to improve efficiency and reduce production times.
• Worked with stakeholders to define project goals and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Led data analysis and security improvements using tools like Synk, Google Analytics, and Microsoft Power BI.
• Promoted open communication within teams and with stakeholders, ensuring transparency in project progress.
• Managed risks and developed mitigation plans to address potential project issues.
• Enhanced team morale and productivity by fostering a supportive and motivating work environment.
• Led the development and enhancement of user interfaces, layouts, and features using modern web technologies like React and Next.js.