We are looking for an agile project manager/scrum master who will be a key embedded member of the Data and Insights Group (Measurement Operations, Business Intelligence and Data Engineering & Product teams). You are a solution provider, change-agent, expert of jugglers, and keeper of the agile process for your teams. With a passion for process, the candidate keeps their eyes on the delivery goal while coaching their teams and leading several distributed project teams from start to finish. This role is looking for a candidate who loves the Scrum Master role, embedded with multiple cross-functional scrum teams, and can make things happen! The candidate knows what it takes to manage complex projects, involving multiple stakeholders and a diverse team of collaborators.
Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $67 - $72 / hr. w2
Responsibilities:
- Coach team members to ensure they understand Agile processes
- Lead agile ceremonies (Daily Standup, Sprint planning, Backlog Grooming, Retrospective).
- Remove roadblock and keep teams focused on the objective of the sprints.
- Minimize exposure on projects by clearly communicating potential risks at every stage.
- Create and ensure completion of project documents that remain current and organized.
- Take ownership of project scope, risks and issues, driving them to resolution in a timely fashion.
- Manage Jira queue for multiple projects for Data and Insights group, shepherding team resources and effectively prioritizing.
- Build relationships with stakeholders across the DIG team and external organizations.
Requirements:
- BA/ BS in Business, Communications, Engineering or related field required or equivalent experience. Technical background required.
- 1-2 years of experience in Agile Project Management / Scrum Master, preferably in data intensive organization
- 2+ years of experience working directly with engineering teams
- Experience working with Agile development methodologies.
- Must be able to guide team towards agreed upon scope and lead meetings effectively
- Must be skilled at driving projects from inception to launch, including resource allocation, scheduling, risk management, and rollout and have a working knowledge of digital media.
- Experience managing projects across cross functional teams and coordinating release schedules
- The candidate must hold themselves accountable for the success of the project, drive prioritization, and manage change control effectively based on shifting priorities or urgent deadlines with optimal solutions.
- Passion for and knowledge of interactive technology and platforms required.
- Experience working with task management solutions (Jira, Confluence, Asana, @Task, ServiceNow
Preferred Qualifications or (You might also have):
- Experience working in a media entertainment environment with multiple stakeholders and distributed teams.
- Experience building effective relationships to drive results.
- Certified ScrumMaster certification
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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Job ID: 380876
About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company that provides business and IT services for our clients as they seek to transform and execute strategies that will drive exceptional outcomes. Leveraging over 30 years of success, we focus on professional services, talent solutions, and life sciences. Eliassen Group offers local community presence and deep networks. We are committed to positively impacting the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which we operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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