We currently have an urgent opening for a Scrum Master with over 8 years of experience at Synechron in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms.
Job Description:
- Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop full-scale project plans and associated communication documents.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.
- Continuously monitor and report on the progress of the project to all stakeholders.
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives).
- Ensure that the Scrum team follows Agile practices and principles.
- Remove impediments and blockers that hinder the team's progress.
- Support the Product Owner in maintaining the product backlog and prioritizing tasks.
- Foster a collaborative environment and empower the team to self-organize and continuously improve.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related activities.
- Communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify potential risks and issues that could impact project success and develop mitigation strategies.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in similar roles.
Skills:
- Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
