Scrum Master III - REMOTE at Velera

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

124500.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Team Dynamics, Product Backlog, Business Value, Conflict Resolution, Mentoring, Azure DevOps, Software Development, Facilitation, Sprint Planning, Retrospective, User Stories

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Join the People Helping People Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service. The Opportunity: A Scrum Master III is a true leader with experience in the Agile framework (Scrum/Kanban) and has the ability to provide coaching to Agile teams on best practices so that they grow to become a mature Agile team with a continuous improvement mindset. Day in the Life: Act as a true leader and facilitator of Agile events, program events, team dynamics and team maturity. Drive continuous improvement within the team(s) with a focus on agile principles. Protect the team from interruptions and manage internal escalations as needed. Coach the team to consistently align with program standards. Elicit feedback from the team to identify and resolve impediments, monitor progress and performance, and to always keep a pulse on where the team is at in regard to their Team Working Agreement: Team Rules, Definition of Ready (DoR), and Definition of Done. (DoD). In partnership with the Product Owner and Business System Analyst, develop a clear and concise product backlog items and consistently review. Collaborates with the Product Owner and Agile team to understand, identify, and document business value through clear, testable stories. Maintains an awareness of relationships, dependencies, risks, and impacts across products and platforms. Takes ownership and accountability for the effectiveness of the Agile team and champions change when the team may need to pivot or re-prioritize. Mentor less tenured Scrum Masters in the areas of Scrum, Kanban, Agile, refinement, story splitting, relative sizing, velocity, retrospection, conflict resolution, and other techniques. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Agile Certification preferred (work experience is considered). 7-9 years of hands-on experience on an agile team, preferably in the Scrum Master role required. Experience in systems or financial services environment, card payments, banking, contact center, new product development, information technology or process re-engineering preferred. Considerable knowledge with Agile tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), or similar applications, around epics, features, user stories and tasking and guiding others on those tools and best practices. Technically savvy on software development terminology like API’s is a plus. Experience with managing large scale technology projects (software/hardware). Utilizes understanding of Agile practices, patterns and techniques to formulate self-organizing and highly collaborative teams. Experienced in the facilitation of positive and productive Agile events/ceremonies within a timebox for one or more Agile team: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum/Stand-Up, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective and assists in Refinement activities. #LI-LM1 About Velera At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE! Pay Equity $95,800.00 - $124,500.00 Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Great Work/Life Benefits! Competitive wages Medical with telemedicine Dental and Vision Basic and Optional Life Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Maternity, Parental, Family Care Community Volunteer Time Off 12 Paid Holidays Company Paid Disability Insurance 401k (with employer match) Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Supplemental Insurance Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement Wellness program Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster. Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information. Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here. This role is currently not eligible for sponsorship. As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance. An Inclusive Atmosphere Where Possibilities are Delivered “Our Momentum. Your Moment.” At Velera, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, you’ll find it’s your time to join our exceptional culture and shine. If you want to help shape an industry, challenge yourself and invest in your future, you’ve come to the right place. Velera is a highly accessible environment where you’re empowered to think on your feet, work from your heart and discover the very best version of your professional and personal self. Your Voice Matters and Your Contributions are Rewarded You’ll be glad to know that you don’t have to wait your turn for the best opportunities to present themselves at Velera. Our atmosphere is designed for those who have a curious mindset and aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. We invite you to bring your voice to our diverse team and take advantage of the wide variety of resources available to you. Powered by supportive leadership and innovative technology, we have exceptional learning, training and leadership development programs, as well as online courses to help you claim the brighter, more meaningful future you’ve always imagined. We Help Credit Unions Deliver Possibilities Velera has a proud history as an empowering resource for credit unions and their members, enabling them to optimize operations and realize sustained success. How have we done that? It starts by investing heavily in leading-edge technological innovations. It continues by building a track record of quality service and having the courage to lead. Now, as we continue to grow and help our credit unions prepare for the future, we’re well-positioned to build on our exhilarating momentum. Committed to service excellence and focused on innovation, Velera’s payment processing, risk management, data and analytics, loyalty programs, digital banking, marketing, strategic consulting and mobile platforms help deliver possibilities and seamless member experiences. Comprehensive, 24/7/365 member support is provided by contact centers located throughout the United States. Service Excellence – Delivering the Best We provide credit unions and their members with state-of-the-heart service. Security – Protecting Vital Interests We stop threats before they can cause damage. Digital Solutions – Presenting the Future We make it possible for members to conveniently experience the best in credit union services. Strategic Growth – Opening New Opportunities As the perfect partner with all the right tools, we help credit unions achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

The Scrum Master III will act as a leader and facilitator for Agile events, driving continuous improvement within the team while protecting them from interruptions. They will also coach the team on Agile best practices and collaborate with the Product Owner to develop clear product backlog items.