Position Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic scrum master who has project management experience to join our growing team. The Scrum Master will support one or more delivery teams within a fast-paced product development driven environment. This role is intended to help software development teams achieve their goals as high performing software development teams, creating a culture of self-organization and continued improvement, consistent delivery of a shippable product, and provide a leader for Agile projects. The Scrum Master ensures clear communication and organization of the team, and coaching development team members in all aspects of the standard Agile/Scrum process. We are seeking a candidate who has proven servant leadership skills, the ability to think critically and problem-solve, influence and a track-record of ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met.

This position can be performed in a hybrid model from New York, NY or Jersey City, NJ.

Your future duties and responsibilities

Certified Scrum Master around 7-10 years of IT experience managing high-impact projects in the Banking and Financial Services industry.
Experience as Scrum Master in AI/ML projects having frameworks such as TensorFlow/scikit-learn is a huge plus.
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews.
Gather functional and non-functional requirements to perform analysis to create user stories and functional specification in JIRA.
Proven experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role within Agile environments.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills.
Liaise between Product Owner, Development, QA team and stakeholders.
Guide the team in self-organization and cross-functionality.
Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain a well-defined and prioritized product backlog.
Monitor and report on team performance metrics, facilitating continuous improvement.
Strong experience in JIRA/Kanban Dashboard

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

Required Skills –Certified Scrum Master with Project Management experience, technical background is a plus
Experience as Scrum Master in AI/ML projects having frameworks such as TensorFlow/scikit-learn is a huge plus.
Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor team members in Agile Methodologies
Minimum of 5 years’ experience implementing Agile methodologies
Bachelor's degree.
Minimum 3 years or experience as acting Scrum Master.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $85,800 - $185,800.

CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive insurance options
Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

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