Scrum Master

Job Summary

We are looking for a Scrum Master who is well-versed in the scrum approach to development and comfortable working in partnership with the product managers to create a delivery roadmap that responds to their vision of product evolution. This role will manage expectations based on realistic appraisal of velocity but have a sense of urgency and hold the team accountable to operate at their best.

Domain Skills

• Fluent in English
• Availability to work in US time

Responsibilities

• Responsible for serving the role of scrum master/project manager on existing and newly formed scrum teams.
• A problem-solver who works by forging consensus and bringing out a team innate wisdom
• Comfortable and excited by information technology
• Able to plan and facilitate Agile ceremonies including Stand Ups Planning Reviews Retrospectives Backlog Grooming and Story Grooming
• Skillful facilitation of Retrospectives and the ability to apply learnings is a must
• Able to plan and execute productive meetings that define clear actionable next steps to move projects forward
• Lead by example you express the same enthusiasm drive and focus you expect from your team and you mentor and coach with tact and precision
• Maintain relevant metrics and information radiators to guide the development teams and show their progress in meeting business objectives
• Partner with product manager to effectively create maintain and refine the product backlog
• Facilitate communication channels for the Scrum teams and associated business and technical stakeholders to ensure the vision goals progress and product delivery commitments are visible and well understood
• Identify and remove impediments and blockers that prevents the teams from delivering their sprint goals
• Manage the team dependencies and coordinate work with other internal or external teams
• Experienced using tools to productive effect (ADO or JIRA Experience especially with the JIRA Agile plugin strongly preferred)

Work Model

• Hybrid (2x Week)

Why Cognizant?

• A career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide.
• Ongoing support and funding with training and development plans.
• A highly competitive benefits and salary package.
• Opportunity to work for leading global companies.

Cognizant values diversity in our talent pool, so we encourage professionals with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, people in refugee situations, women, racial groups, and professionals 50+ to apply for all of our advertised openings.

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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 characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

While our system allows application in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes.

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.