Job Description
Job Title : Agile Delivery Lead (Scrum Master / Delivery Manager)
Location: Charlotte, NC or Detroit, MI, Hybrid
Rate : Best competitive rate
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and driven Agile Delivery Lead (Scrum Master / Delivery Manager) with a strong background in software development. This is a hybrid role requiring a combination of Scrum Master and Delivery Management expertise. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience managing cross-functional software projects and driving agile methodologies for large-scale, complex technical initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Collaboration:
Lead teams in delivering business value through effective execution. Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment for engineering teams. - Ceremony Facilitation & Coaching:
Facilitate agile ceremonies (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and adjust them as needed based on the team's maturity and requirements. - Continuous Improvement:
Identify and address impediments and bottlenecks, continuously optimizing workflows and team performance. - Stakeholder Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through clear communication and expectation-setting. - Delivery & Risk Management:
Own the delivery of high-quality software, track project dependencies, mitigate risks, and escalate when necessary. - Backlog Management:
Collaborate with Product Owners/Managers to ensure a well-managed product backlog (DEEP principles). Support teams with user story writing, prioritization, and feedback loops. - Metrics & Reporting:
Utilize tools like Jira to track team progress, report on performance metrics (velocity, throughput, team maturity), and provide transparency on project health.
Top Skills & Qualifications
Hard Skills:
- Proven experience managing and delivering cross-functional software projects
- Strong technical delivery management skills, including facilitating ceremonies and driving results
- Extensive experience working with both Agile and Waterfall methodologies on complex projects
Soft Skills:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with teams and executive leadership
- Ability to navigate complex enterprise environments and resolve issues proactively
- Leadership experience with a focus on servant leadership , empowerment, and team accountability
Required Experience:
- 5+ years as a Scrum Master or Delivery Manager for a software development team using Agile principles
- Experience managing a full scope of work, partnering with cross-functional teams to plan and execute initiatives
- Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and when to apply them based on project needs
Preferred Experience:
- Familiarity with Agile practices such as User Stories , ATDD , TDD , BDD , Continuous Integration/Testing , Pair Programming , etc.
- Software product development background
- Experience with change management and process improvement in Agile environments
Additional Requirements
- Communication Skills: Must possess exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage and present to teams, partners, and executives.
- Leadership: Proven experience in servant leadership, facilitating conflict resolution, and empowering teams to achieve their best.
- Tools: Proficient in using Jira and other Agile tools to track, measure, and report team performance and project health.
With Gratitude,
Bhavani Recruiting Manager | Nukasani Group Inc | 6304540067
Email: Bhavani@nukasanigroup.com
540 W Galena Blvd, Suite 200, Aurora IL 60506.
People, Process, Technology Integrator
An E-Verified Company
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