Scrum Master - Cognizant Technology Solutions : Job Details

Job Title: Scrum Master Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Scrum Master to join our team for a banking project. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in API automation and quality assurance, with a strong background in banking projects. The Scrum Master will be responsible for facilitating Agile processes, ensuring the successful delivery of projects, and driving continuous improvement within the team. Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Ensure the successful implementation of API automation and quality assurance practices.
• Work closely with product owners, developers, and QA teams to ensure alignment and understanding of project requirements.
• Manage and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring that the team is working on the most valuable tasks.
• Identify and remove impediments that may hinder the team's progress.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the team to experiment and innovate.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project progress, risks, and issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification.
• 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in banking projects, with a focus on API automation and quality assurance.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum and SAFe.
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, Selenium, and BDD Cucumber.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience managing multiple initiatives and understanding the interconnections between business priorities and organizational objectives.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage change effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with banking projects related to any domain is fine
• Knowledge of project management processes, software tools, templates, and techniques.
• Strong consultative problem-solving, issue resolution, and process analysis skills.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future. The Cognizant community: We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

About us: Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com Our commitment to diversity and inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws. Disclaimer: Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.