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Scrum Master

Lensa
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2025
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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

The team leads critical management efforts related to the complete lifecycle of the programs and projects. The team is well structured with right mapping of projects teams supporting multiple PAG's. The team closely interacts with the business to work on the project plan, determine the scope, secure the related funding, and work closely with the development teams to execute and deliver the projects. The team is also responsible for efficiently managing the project (both through Waterfall, Agile methodologies) and also carries out cross-team networking and interactions to remove impediments.

Responsibilities & Skills Required:*

  • The ideal candidate for this position will have at least 5-7 years of program and project management experience with an ability to think tactically as well as strategically while coordinating cross functional teams in a matrixed environment.
  • Demonstrated capabilities in successfully leading enterprise wide programs and projects.
  • Experience Scrum Master with successful delivery experience.
  • High degree of business acumen and technical competency; ability to balance and bridge technology and business needs; project and program management.
  • Management of core functions including business requirements elaboration, systems and process flow analysis, meeting critical milestones and deliverables that are time and scope bound.
  • Collaboration across technology organization, providing sound business analysis, process and change leadership within a maturing, Agile SDLC framework.
  • Develop and continually revise (in partnership with other teams where necessary) suitable processes and guidelines to ensure appropriate application development standards are available to guide all the participant teams.
  • Provide thought leadership and recommendations to management based on best practices and experience working in a global and diverse environment.
  • Build program and project status reporting aligned with enterprise project portfolios.
  • Provide transparency to Senior Management with respect to Portfolio issues, risks and recommend/implement strategies for effective and efficient operations.
  • Conduct project or program audits to ensure standards and scopes are being met and achieved.
  • Responsible for maintaining and growing a body of knowledge that is accessible to all team members. Ensure information regarding any program and project related activities or issues are available and easily accessible.
  • Communicate effectively and proactively with management ideas and recommendations for optimizing business operations, resources and fixed capacity.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to resolve scheduling and other conflicts in order to meet all deadlines.
  • Experience in working with agile lifecycle and/or tracking and process management tools, e.g. JIRA
  • Identify and analyze opportunities and make tactical/strategic recommendations
  • Deep skills in program management tools, including Jira, confluence, Microsoft Project, Access, Word, Excel, Visio, and SharePoint.
  • Hands on project management approach that includes a proven track record of project/program execution* Plan and conduct relevant meetings with key stakeholders. Self-motivated with exceptional oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and concisely

Desired Skills

  • Experience in working on Technology projects related to Financial Services domain. Knowledge of Wealth Management, Banking technology & related applications
  • Familiarity with Agile scrum methodology required.
  • Kanban is also a plus.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

NTT DATA endeavors to make https://us.nttdata.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here.

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