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Hello,
SpiceOrb is looking for Technical Scrum Master with Asset Management
Role: Scrum Master with Asset Management
Location: New York, NY (3 Days/Week Onsite)
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Job Description:
Client is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join our team and facilitate Agile processes
for multiple teams. The ideal candidate is an expert in Agile methodologies and has a deep
understanding of Jira, including advanced reporting and administrative capabilities. This role
requires someone who can drive team efficiency, remove impediments, and foster a culture of
continuous improvement in a fast-paced high growth environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement,
sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure backlog readiness and prioritization.
- Utilize Jira at an expert/admin level to configure workflows, generate advanced reports, and
optimize Agile project tracking.
- Create and analyze Jira dashboards and reports to provide transparency on team performance
and project health.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, testers, and stakeholders, to
ensure smooth sprint execution.
- Support Agile adoption across teams, ensuring alignment with business goals and Agile
maturity growth.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by gathering feedback and implementing process
enhancements
- Proactively identify and resolve roadblocks which hinder the team s progress.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 3+ years experience working with asset management business, Private Equity or Hedge Fund
business, specifically working on projects related to front office part of the business.
- 8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, working with Agile teams in a technology-driven
environment.
- Expert-level proficiency in Jira, including a good command of JQL (Jira Query Language)
administration, workflow configuration, and advanced reporting.
- Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or LeSS).
- Strong facilitation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Proven ability to coach teams on Agile best practices and methodologies.
- Experience working in hybrid environments with a mix of remote and onsite collaboration
- SAFe, PSM, CSM, or equivalent Agile certification is a plus.