AVP, Scrum Master II

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Job Overview:

The role of the Scrum Master is responsible for guiding multiple scrum teams through the use of Agile / Scrum practices and values for the purpose of delivering quality software and solutions to the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the scrum team in using Agile methodology and scrum practices.
• Work with partners, such as Release Management, to ensure smooth implementation of changes.
• Drive the SDLC documentation approval process
• Coverage of software releases, ensuring that releases go to plan, and driving any issues that may occur to resolution.
• Reporting team metrics to Leadership as needed.
• Helping the product owner and development team to achieve customer satisfaction.
• Lead the scrum and development teams in self-organization.
• Remove impediments and coach the scrum team on removing impediments. Resolve conflicts and issues that occur.
• Understand business functionality and technical aspects of the domain he/she will be supporting and aim to be a strategic partner to Tech and Product accountables he/she works with.
• Approve timesheets for Scrum Teams, ensuring that appropriate billing practices are being adhered to
• Monitor team velocity and burn rates, identifying trends and areas for improvement.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• 4 - 5 years prior experience leading multiple scrum teams
• 4 - 5 years prior experience with successful Agile techniques
• Scrum Master Certification
• Past experience managing technology projects
• Working knowledge / expertise with Jira, JQL, Confluence and Advance Excel

Core Companies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing issues and finding solutions
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate team members at all levels

Preferences:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Preference for someone who has been a Software Engineer / Developer / Technical Lead

 

Pay Range:

$109,425-$182,375/year

 

Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

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