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Req ID: 329796
NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Agile Project/Program Management to join our team in Toronto, Ontario (CA-ON), Canada (CA).
Job Description:
Agile Consulting Manager/Release Train Engineer (Remote)
NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Agile Project/Program Managementto join our team in Toronto, Ontario (CA-ON), Canada (CA)
Job Responsibilities Include:
Play an active part in the Agile community and help to drive initiatives forward across NTT DATA and our clients
Execute small-scale maturity assessments to meet the client where they are on their agile journey, while helping them move forward
Actively looks for and influences opportunities to drive expansion of the account
Structure a portfolio/program and create the appropriate structure, meeting cadences and communication channels
Serve as Agile Subject Matter Expert, helping define roles and responsibilities and on scaling Agile development
Coach clients on transition from waterfall to Agile development and devising and implementing strategies to increase Agile adoption
Promote a culture of innovation by fostering implementation of Agile values, principles, and practices, which include techniques to increase collaboration, predictability, transparency, and velocity
Find solutions to complex problems through critical thinking, engagement, and collaboration
Coordinate between and among Agile teams for progress, impediment resolution, and project management oversight
Lead accountability, autonomy and empowerment within the teams and manage appropriate boundaries to achieve the result of having self-directed work teams
Set overall Agile roadmap which should include Dual-track Agile, DevOps, Scrum/Kanban, with the objective to plan process improvements over time
Return-on-investment analysis to determine and understand business problems and outcomes
Read an organization s next need in terms of sales, having those face-to-face conversations with the client stakeholders
Create Business SOWs & work effectively with the team on Strategic Discovery initiatives
Be the face and voice for the NTT DATA team to client leadership and set client expectations
Lead the collaborative planning for the appropriate short-term and long-term next steps for the client
Collaborate effectively across practices, including Product Experience (Product Mgmt., Agile, NTT DATA Experiences Studio, Technical Architecture), and Engineering, and the Field
Burn Up Charts in the NTT DATA format with a scope line are updated each Sprint
Empower reporting team members with knowledge/tool/training so that they can trusted to complete their tasks in his / her absence
Understand NTT DATA Leadership Competency Framework thoroughly and develop relevant competencies
Act as Career Coach for 1-2 Team Members
Coach Agile teams in Pragmatic Agile
Step into a Lead position, mentoring and coaching a small group of your peers by providing clear and actionable feedback
Expected to be involved in and lead Agile Guild presentations, marketing outreach, blog creation, and other articles to drive NTT DATA forward and providing training to employees on the Agile process
Handle difficult discussions with senior executives
Oversee the work of staff and will be active participants in managing and improving internal process flow
Provide senior management with accurate and timely information necessary to make key client decisions
Basic Qualifications:
5+ years of consulting experience with a focus in the Agile environment
5+ years working as a Scrum Master
2+ years coaching teams leveraging Scrum and Kanban frameworks
SAFe RTE Certification
Preferred Skills:
Demonstrate excellent communication, collaboration, and diplomacy skills to guide, influence and convince others in their adoption of the Agile mindset
Experience in regularly interacting, training, and coaching
Proven success leading large projects (***K+)
Embraces servant leadership, understands engineering practices and serves as a role model for the team to model Agile behaviors and mindsets, which includes key mindset shifts in the journey to Agile
Recommended Certification(s):
PSM III - Professional Scrum Master III
SAFe RTE - Scaled Agile Framework Release Train Engineer
PMI DAVSC - Disciplined Agile Value Stream Consultant
PMP - PMI Project Management Professional
Must reside in the US
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is ***-*** This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.
This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.
This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.
About NTT DATA Services
NTT Data Services is a global business and IT services provider specializing in digital, cloud and automation across a comprehensive portfolio of consulting, applications, infrastructure and business process services. We are part of the NTT family of companies, a partner to 85% of the Fortune 100.
NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.
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About NTT DATA:
NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com
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