Technical Scrum Master

Company: Experian
Location: Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Paradise Valley area)

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Experian is the world’s leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. For five years in a row, we have been named in the Top 100 “World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Forbes Magazine. Fueled by best-in-class data and innovative technology we help businesses and consumers make smarter decisions and create a better tomorrow.

We are looking for highly motivated Scrum Master that can thrive in a fast-paced agile environment. You will be working closely with product owners, other scrum masters, developers to facilitate the creation, enhancement and support of Java-based applications and APIs. Ideal candidates will also have experience leading scrum teams and having knowledge of SAFe agile environments.

Primary responsibilities include:
  • Play role of Scrum Master managing all Agile day to day ceremonies.
  • Bring along the scrum teams towards Agile practices.
  • Conducting Product Increment planning, Sprint Planning and daily scrum ceremonies.
  • Managing dependent teams relationships to deliver the product end to end.
  • Provide strategic and technical assistance to management on proposed project reviews by evaluating approaches, alternatives and timelines
  • Interact with product team, understand business requirements and help design technical solutions
  • Maintain cutting edge knowledge of current and emerging technologies, industry trends and standards
Qualifications & Skills include:
  • B.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related discipline
  • 4+ years of experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies in the areas of enterprise-level application development
  • Should have worked as Scrum Master or Release training engineer managing multiple scrum teams.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of agile development processes, software testing and documentation
  • Ability to comprehend detailed project specifications as well as the ability to adapt to various technologies and simultaneously work on multiple projects
  • Solid analytical and problem solving skills
  • Proven oral and written communication skills
Additional Preferred Experience
  • Hands-on development experience implementing enterprise-class solutions that are portable, robust, scalable and secure
  • Working knowledge of SQL/no SQL databases
  • Experience with Dropwizard or Spring Boot services
  • Hands-on experience in test automation, CI CD engineering practices to be applied in software development teams.
  • Experience with server side development using REST/JSON APIs
  • Experience using Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift
  • PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent preferred
  • Experience with Atlassian JIRA and Confluence
  • Experience working with geographically dispersed teams
  • High energy and a positive attitude
Perks
  • A beautiful office with views of North Scottsdale and the surrounding mountains
  • A high talent strategic hub with the opportunity to learn from great minds
  • All full-time positions are bonus eligible
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
  • Catered lunches every Monday
  • Flexible work schedule and relaxed dress code
  • A break room restocked weekly with cold brew coffee on tap, espresso machine, snacks and assorted beverages
  • Pool, ping pong and foosball tables available whenever you need a break
  • An energetic “start-up” vibe paired with a diverse and unique culture
EOE including Disability/Veteran