SCRUM LEAD (not able to work C2C for this role) - INSPYR Solutions
Fort Worth, TX 76155
About the Job
Title: Scrum Lead
Location: DFW
Duration: 1 year w/ extension (strong likelihood to go perm)
Compensation: $70-80
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
• This job is a member of the Information Technology Team within the Information Technology Division.
• Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities for multiple projects utilizing Agile/Scrum methodologies.
What you'll do
• Manages/oversees all aspects of multiple simultaneous fast-paced assigned projects with distributed teams
• Designs and maintains project vision, project working standards, and agreements
• Develops project roadmap, release plan, resource allocation, funding request, communication plan, risks and issues management plan, test plan, and defect management plan
• Manages project scope, budget, project burn charts, presentations to IT/Business, daily standup, agile ceremonies, backlog grooming, and retrospective sessions
• Implements Agile methodology using Rally and Planview tools
• Facilitates project meetings (all Agile meetings – Discovery Sessions, Iteration 0, Iteration Planning, Demo & Retrospective, Daily Stand-up, Backlog Grooming); completes project tracking/analysis reports
• Tracks, updates, and communicates project status in a proactive manner as it relates to project progress, budget/cost, resource utilization, change requests, issues, risks, and risk mitigation plans
• Interfaces with project stakeholders at all levels of management to ensure project priorities are aligned with business needs and expectations
• Ensures that appropriate project documentation and deliverables are clearly defined and delivered
• Mentors and Coaches Agile teams to ensure their adoption and successful use of Agile @ American practices
• Acts as a liaison between business units and 3rd party vendors
• Uses business analysis techniques for gathering and documenting complex requirements, scoping, interviewing, facilitation, system component design, testing, and implementation
All you'll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
• Progressive broad-based information systems and business experience
• Experience managing and delivering mission-critical, high-availability large and small IT development projects using structured project management and system development methodologies
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
• 7 years of experience in Agile methods and mindset as an approach to software development
• 10 years of progressive broad-based information systems and business experience
• 8 years of experience managing and delivering mission-critical, high-availability large and small IT development projects using structured project management and system development methodologies, such as Agile/Scrum
Skills, Licenses & Certifications
• Certified ScrumMaster or PMP (Project Management Professional) is a plus
• Experience leading, coaching, and mentoring teams while leveraging Agile methodologies, with strong focus on continuous improvement and developing self-organizing teams
• Experience in a variety of computing platforms, such as mainframe, client/server, web, cloud, and social media
• Experience in Team Foundation/Server (TFS), Rally, Planview, VersionOne, or similar Agile life cycle management tools
• Experience in DevOps toolchain methodologies, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools (Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Skills in leadership; team-focused with high energy and a positive attitude
• Skills in analytics, estimating, and problem solving
• Ability to think strategically and develop tactical methods to achieve objectives and goals
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members, customers, and external groups, as well as working in a collaborative environment with geographically dispersed resources
Our benefits package includes: (EXCLUDE on perm placements)
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Location: DFW
Duration: 1 year w/ extension (strong likelihood to go perm)
Compensation: $70-80
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
• This job is a member of the Information Technology Team within the Information Technology Division.
• Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities for multiple projects utilizing Agile/Scrum methodologies.
What you'll do
• Manages/oversees all aspects of multiple simultaneous fast-paced assigned projects with distributed teams
• Designs and maintains project vision, project working standards, and agreements
• Develops project roadmap, release plan, resource allocation, funding request, communication plan, risks and issues management plan, test plan, and defect management plan
• Manages project scope, budget, project burn charts, presentations to IT/Business, daily standup, agile ceremonies, backlog grooming, and retrospective sessions
• Implements Agile methodology using Rally and Planview tools
• Facilitates project meetings (all Agile meetings – Discovery Sessions, Iteration 0, Iteration Planning, Demo & Retrospective, Daily Stand-up, Backlog Grooming); completes project tracking/analysis reports
• Tracks, updates, and communicates project status in a proactive manner as it relates to project progress, budget/cost, resource utilization, change requests, issues, risks, and risk mitigation plans
• Interfaces with project stakeholders at all levels of management to ensure project priorities are aligned with business needs and expectations
• Ensures that appropriate project documentation and deliverables are clearly defined and delivered
• Mentors and Coaches Agile teams to ensure their adoption and successful use of Agile @ American practices
• Acts as a liaison between business units and 3rd party vendors
• Uses business analysis techniques for gathering and documenting complex requirements, scoping, interviewing, facilitation, system component design, testing, and implementation
All you'll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training
• Progressive broad-based information systems and business experience
• Experience managing and delivering mission-critical, high-availability large and small IT development projects using structured project management and system development methodologies
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
• 7 years of experience in Agile methods and mindset as an approach to software development
• 10 years of progressive broad-based information systems and business experience
• 8 years of experience managing and delivering mission-critical, high-availability large and small IT development projects using structured project management and system development methodologies, such as Agile/Scrum
Skills, Licenses & Certifications
• Certified ScrumMaster or PMP (Project Management Professional) is a plus
• Experience leading, coaching, and mentoring teams while leveraging Agile methodologies, with strong focus on continuous improvement and developing self-organizing teams
• Experience in a variety of computing platforms, such as mainframe, client/server, web, cloud, and social media
• Experience in Team Foundation/Server (TFS), Rally, Planview, VersionOne, or similar Agile life cycle management tools
• Experience in DevOps toolchain methodologies, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools (Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Skills in leadership; team-focused with high energy and a positive attitude
• Skills in analytics, estimating, and problem solving
• Ability to think strategically and develop tactical methods to achieve objectives and goals
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with team members, customers, and external groups, as well as working in a collaborative environment with geographically dispersed resources
Our benefits package includes: (EXCLUDE on perm placements)
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan
- …and much more!
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
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