Project Manager / Scrum Master - Agile & SAFe

PM / Scrum Master, Agile SAFe, CSM

Agile & Scrum Facilitation - Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, retrospectives) for one or more Agile teams. - Ensure Scrum practices are understood and followed, coaching teams and stakeholders on Agile principles and mindset. - Support Product Owners in effective backlog management, refinement, and prioritization aligned to business value. Delivery & Execution - Track and communicate team progress using metrics such as velocity, burndown charts, and cumulative flow diagrams. - Proactively identify and remove impediments, coordinating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders as needed. - Help teams plan and execute sprints and releases with a focus on quality, predictability, and continuous delivery of value. SAFe & Scaling Practices - Support SAFe ceremonies such as PI Planning, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops. - Collaborate with other Scrum Masters and Release Train Engineers to manage cross-team dependencies and risks. - Promote alignment with SAFe principles, ensuring teams contribute effectively to program-level objectives. Coaching & Continuous Improvement - Coach team members on self-organization, accountability, and collaborative problem-solving. - Drive continuous improvement by facilitating effective retrospectives and implementing actionable improvements. - Encourage a culture of experimentation, learning, and feedback within and across teams. Stakeholder Management & Communication - Maintain clear, transparent communication with stakeholders regarding team status, risks, and delivery timelines. - Help manage expectations, negotiate priorities, and foster strong partnerships with business and technology stakeholders. - Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive team environment that values open communication and mutual respect. Good to have skills: Kanban, Jira, Azure DevOps, Lean, SAFe POPM