Scrum Master en Cognizant Technology Solutions

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At Cognizant we have an ideal opportunity for you to be part of one of the largest companies in the digital sector worldwide. A Great Place To Work where we look for people who contribute new ideas, experiencing a dynamic and growing environment. At Cognizant we promote an inclusive culture, where we value different perspectives providing career growth and development opportunities. #WelcomeToCognizant!

We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual to work supporting one of our clients as a Scrum Master

 

What you’ll do:

·        (40%) Overall accountability to IT leadership for successful project delivery and management of the IT projects assigned to them. Leads the development of the overall approach, the major timeframes, and the definition of its major deliverables to address and meet the desired goals and outcomes. Work with IT leadership and project sponsor(s) to establish project performance goals, metrics, and baseline measures.  This includes establishing appropriate governance functions for the program in accordance with enterprise policies and practices. You will use both traditional and Agile methodologies in hybrid mode to best meet the project needs.

·        (20%) Continuously evaluate overall portfolio proactively for risks and issues as well as interdependencies, both within this portfolio and across other portfolios.  Provide leadership and guidance for effective mitigation strategies and plans.  Provide support for escalations when necessary. 

·        (20%) Establish and maintain effective communications with team members, stakeholders, senior management, and contacts.  Communicate project status to through regular review. Provide regular status reports in various formats and forums to a variety of stakeholders - ensuring full transparency of project status and health.

·        (15%) Analyse project proposals to determine time frame, funding limitations and appropriate process for accomplishing projects.  This includes identifying and scheduling project deliverables, milestones, and required activities.

·        (5%) Continuously benchmark project management performance to identify improvements and achieve higher capability maturity in project and portfolio management. Complete retrospectives and lesson learned gathering often.

 

Required Skills:

·        5–10 years related Scrum Master demonstrated experience, preferably in a large, global organization.

·        5-6 years related project management experience, preferably in a large, global organization.

·        Fluent in Spanish and English is a requirement.

·        Familiar with project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) including previous experience leading Scrum ceremonies.

·        Knowledge of project management tools (PPM, Microsoft Project, Rally, etc)

·        Knowledge of Agile methodology including project report and administration using Agile practices.

·        Dedication and organizational skills to lead multiple workstreams at once.

·        Cultural adaptability. Virtual and remote team management ability.

·        Experience overseeing large scale projects with global cross functional impact, global teams, project managers, application leads

·        Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to develop and communicate the program objectives, inspire, and motivate staff, and maintain alignment with the business strategy.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain and “sell” the program goals and objectives to the business and technical leadership.

·        Excellent analytical, strategic planning and execution skills.

 

Why Cognizant?

Improve your career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide

Receive ongoing support and funding with training and development plans

Have a highly competitive benefits and salary package

Get the opportunity to work for leading global companies

We are committed to respecting human rights and build a better future by helping your minds and the environment

We invest in people and their wellbeing.

We create conditions for everyone to thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for any other reason covered.

At Cognizant we believe than our culture make us stronger!

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