What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager Scrum Master position at Optomi Professional Services?
Technical Project Manager (Scrum Lead)
Hybrid Role - Bristol, CT
Description:
The Project Manager is responsible for managing small through large-scale, complex projects in the Software Engineering area from initiation through closure. These initiatives will involve daily hands-on management of technology activities utilizing Agile and Scrum based software development practices; and may include working with other technical teams to effectively deliver business solutions. This role requires a wide range of competencies, technical (PM) experience and communications skills. Responsible for managing projects which includes the development of the scope of work and the management of time, cost, risk, and communications.
Responsibilities:
- Leverage experience with Agile and SCRUM methodologies to lead project teams on a daily basis to the successful delivery of software development projects.
- Plan, coordinate and direct all activities associated with creating and maintaining project plans, communication plans, risks/issues, etc.
- Lead agile ceremonies, such as daily stand-ups, sprint plannings, backlog refinements, retrospectives, and demos for multiple teams.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
- Track and report slippages with workable mitigation plans.
- Coach teams on Agile efficiency, support their self-organization and agile methodology knowledge growth.
- Use data-driven approach, tools and techniques (i.e. Jira native Burndown Charts, Epic Reports, Version Reports) to maintain metrics that provide visibility for the team and use those metrics to identify team needs
Requirements:
- 5 years of experience managing software development projects.
- Knowledge of Jira/Confluence supporting agile methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with the software development life cycle.
- CSM / CSP Certification preferred with thorough understanding of Scrum Agile Methodologies
- Desire to learn and take on additional responsibilities as appropriate.
Salary : $80 - $83