Project Manager / Scrum Master

Job Description : Project Manager / Scrum Master

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Lead major programs and projects, deploying fit-for-purpose technology and process solutions.
• Supervise the establishment and development of project plans, risk management plans, and governance procedures.
• Manage and run multiple scrums and projects efficiently.
• Facilitate team events such as Daily Stand-ups, Iteration Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Define project / program scope, goals, and work plans aligned with business objectives.
• Supervise project team members, including vendors, managing allocation, scheduling, and conflict resolution.
• Track ongoing program performance using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring expected benefits are delivered.
• Develop an environment where teams can remain focused and productive.
• Educate teams about Lean and SAFe Agile practices like Scrum.
• Remove roadblocks and impediments to team progress.
• Support the Product Owner in managing the backlog and guiding the team.
• Strengthen communication and collaboration across Agile Release Trains (ARTs).
• Track team metrics and identify opportunities for performance improvement.
• Guide teams towards becoming self-managing and highly productive.
• Continuously learn and improve as a Scrum Master to enhance team success, including participation in Amgen Communities of Practice.
• Coordinate multiple scrum cadences across global teams.
• Ensure cross-team coordination for timely project delivery.
• Deep expertise in PMP / SAFe Agile, combining technical knowledge with business improvement strategies.
• Proven success in managing multiple complex projects and mentoring Project Managers.
• Strong program / project management skills, including risk mitigation strategies in Agile, Scrum, and DevOps environments.
• Solid business acumen with the ability to handle multiple priorities and build executive-level relationships across IT and business functions.
• Strong learning agility and technical leadershipability to break down complex topics into actionable plans quickly.
• Strong vendor management skills, from RFP ideation to implementation oversight.
• Financial forecasting expertise, including cost modeling and portfolio management (LE, Capital / Expense, etc.).
• Experience managing change in a complex matrix organization.
• Excellent Project Management, People Management, and Leadership skills in a software development environment.

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