Realign - Chicago, IL

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Chicago, IL
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Scrum Master for FX Front Office Technology will play a pivotal role in leading and supporting agile development teams within the financial services sector, specifically focusing on foreign exchange (FX) technology. This position is crucial for ensuring that the scrum process is effectively facilitated, allowing teams to navigate obstacles and maintain focus on their objectives. The Scrum Master will be responsible for creating an environment conducive to high performance, where team members can thrive and deliver high-quality software solutions on time. In this role, the Scrum Master will facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, and sprint retrospectives, ensuring that all team members are engaged and that the scrum process is adhered to. They will assist the team in setting and achieving sprint goals, while also removing any obstacles that may hinder progress. Collaboration with product owners and stakeholders is essential, as the Scrum Master will help prioritize work and ensure that the team's efforts align with broader business objectives. Coaching is a key component of this role, as the Scrum Master will guide team members in agile practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. They will also be responsible for tracking and reporting team progress using agile tools and metrics, providing visibility into the team's performance and areas for enhancement. Overall, the Scrum Master will be instrumental in cultivating a collaborative and high-performing team environment within the FX front office technology department.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, and sprint retrospective meetings.
  • Help the team set and achieve sprint goals and deliver high-quality software on time.
  • Remove obstacles and help the team resolve conflicts.
  • Work closely with product owners and stakeholders to prioritize work and ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Coach team members on agile practices and help them continuously improve.
  • Track and report team progress using agile tools and metrics.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification.
  • Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong knowledge of agile principles and practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working in the financial services industry, particularly FX front office technology, is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience working in the financial services industry, particularly FX front office technology.
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