Scrum Master

About Position: 

We are looking for experience in managing the entire product lifecycle involving product conceptualization, strategy formulation, development, positioning, sprint planning, release coordination, story mapping, product monetization, product backlog grooming, product backlog prioritization and prototyping

• Role:  Scrum Master
• Location: All PSL Locations
• Experience:  8-16 Years
• Job Type: Full Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Primarily responsible for leading software design and implementation of features and maintenance of software component(s) within a team. 
• Leading and guiding a team of skilled software developers, ensuring technical excellence in every aspect of project execution.
• Analyzing software requirements and crafting comprehensive functional specifications to guide high-level decision-making.
• Defining and documenting detailed low-level design to provide a clear roadmap for the agile team.
• Offering expert support to the development team on specialized tasks related to software design and implementation, aligning with partners' quality standards.
• Implementing and documenting assigned portions of components or work products within project timelines.
• Identifying and implementing unit and integration tests to facilitate automated integration and deployment for swift and efficient processes.
• Writing and testing code for specific software components or work products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Investigating and resolving software defects identified during testing and review processes to uphold product quality.
• Ensuring the quality of developed components or work products, aligning with the established development process and technical requirements.
• Considering technical boundary conditions, including non-functional requirements, and economic aspects in decision-making processes.
• Conducting checks, refactoring, and reviews of architecture and related code, adhering to defined patterns, best practices, coding standards, and software requirements.
• Submitting work products into software configuration management to maintain version control.
• Actively participating in various software-related activities, such as reviews, unit tests, and process improvements.
• Performing regular internal technical coordination and reviews to identify risks and support risk mitigation initiatives led by the Product Owner and relevant stakeholders.
• Creating comprehensive technical documentation, including developer guides and architecture documents, to ensure clarity and knowledge transfer within the team.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• Experience in a scrum master role of around 4-5 yrs with total exp 8-10 yrs
• Familiarity with software development
• Excellent knowledge of Scrum techniques and artifacts (such as definition of done, user stories, automated testing, backlog refinement)
• Hands on with Tools like Jira etc.
• Good knowledge of other Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Crystal, XP etc.)
• Excellent communication and servant leadership skills
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution ability
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Degree in Computer Science, Business or similar field
• Scrum master certification
• Project Management certification a plus
• Demonstrating key skills and competencies in Agile environments, product roadmaps, market research, and product development process iteration, excelling as a techno-functional product leader
• Proficient in leadership, forecasting, product strategy development, go-to-market strategies, sales enablement, stakeholder management, user engagement and analysis, and UX/UI
• IT professional with experience in spearheading product activities from conceptualization to execution including strategizing, requirement analysis, finalization of specifications, design, testing, issues resolution, quality management, progress monitoring and manpower planning
• Rich experience in managing the entire product lifecycle involving product conceptualization, strategy formulation, development, positioning, sprint planning, release coordination, story mapping, product monetization, product backlog grooming, product backlog prioritization and prototyping
• Drove end-to-end product management by owning the product vision, roadmap, and strategy. Conducted needs analysis, competitive analysis, and market segmentation to shape the business model and go-to-market strategy
• Expertise in understanding customers requirements and designing a roadmap for further product development; managing expectations of the product, conducting analysis and building features in interaction with the customers, with Product Owner
• Client-focused professional, with skills to comprehend client requirements and create a roadmap for product development. Excelling at managing product expectations, conducting analysis, and implementing features; track record of successfully engaging with stakeholders, clients, and top management to evolve strategic visions, drive change, address and resolve issues, and enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness
• Exhibited strong skills in driving large engagement with Project Managers, Product Managers, and Engineering Managers for devising plans, analyzing requirements, scheduling tasks, driving scope planning, as well as holding discussions with cross-functional Teams for project monitoring & delivery as per defined quality and time norms
• Manage each projects scope and timeline
• Coordinate sprints, retrospective meetings and daily stand-ups
• Coach team members in Agile frameworks
• Facilitate internal communication and effective collaboration
• Be the point of contact for external communications (e.g. from customers or stakeholders)
• Work with product owners to handle backlogs and new requests
• Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that occur
• Help teams implement changes effectively
• Ensure deliverables are up to quality standards at the end of each sprint
• Guide development teams to higher scrum maturity
• Help build a productive environment where team members own the product and enjoy working on it
• Enthusiastic about acquiring knowledge in new technologies, tools, and the Energy domain.
• Exceptional communication skills tailored to diverse audiences, effectively conveying complex issues.
• Capable of approaching and persuading others, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrates strong self-organization, working independently while managing time efficiently.
• A collaborative teammate with a self-motivated, customer-focused, positive, and upbeat attitude.
• Committed to delivering high-quality, well-documented business solutions with attention to detail.
• Facilitates seamless collaboration between Global and Local teams.
• Inspires the team with innovative ideas, visions, and actively promotes platform development.
• Comfortable interpreting and grasping initially unfamiliar concepts.
• Ability to articulate abstract concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly promotion cycles and company-sponsored higher education and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Annual health check-ups
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Inclusive Environment:

Persistent Ltd. is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We offer hybrid work options and flexible working hours to accommodate various needs and preferences.
• Our office is equipped with accessible facilities, including adjustable workstations, ergonomic chairs, and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive.

Our company fosters a values-driven and people-centric work environment that enables our employees to:

• Accelerate growth, both professionally and personally
• Impact the world in powerful, positive ways, using the latest technologies
• Enjoy collaborative innovation, with diversity and work-life wellbeing at the core
• Unlock global opportunities to work and learn with the industrys best

Lets unleash your full potential at Persistent

Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.