Information Analyst II - Agile Scrum Master, Project Manager

$49,920 - $102,606/Yr

State of Utah

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Information Analyst II - Agile Scrum Master, Project Manager position is a critical role within the Division of Technology Services (DTS) that focuses on producing mission-critical software for State Agencies. This role involves leading DevOps teams in an Agile environment, managing software development projects, and ensuring effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams. The position requires a strong understanding of project management practices, systems analysis, and Agile methodologies, particularly within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

Responsibilities

• Serve on the Scrum Team managing the Agile Release Train (ART) for DevOps teams.
• Apply and manage software development practices as defined in operational documents.
• Project manage assigned projects and coordinate with DevOps teams to achieve IT solutions.
• Lead Agile DevOps Teams to deliver quarterly plans with a Program Predictability Measure (PPM) of 80%-100%.
• Ensure software applications meet system specifications and standards.
• Maintain clear communication with cross-functional team members and management.
• Create and maintain project documentation, ensuring clarity in project scope and requirements.
• Utilize Jira Software to track and manage project work and maintain data integrity.
• Generate status reports and maintain project status in management platforms.
• Provide technical assistance to product owners and facilitate communication between programmers and users.
• Analyze system information flow and develop necessary documentation and diagrams.
• Manage application test cycles and ensure timely training efforts are planned and delivered.

Requirements

• Direct experience with computer systems and application development processes.
• Knowledge of project management practices and tools.
• Experience working within cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with JAVA-based web platforms and SDLC processes.

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Agile Scrum Master certification.
• Experience in software systems analysis and/or business analysis.
• Successful experience managing cross-functional DevOps teams within the SAFe Framework.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including health, retirement, and leave benefits.