• They will bring expertise in project management, Agile coaching, and process improvement to ensure the time and high-quality delivery of initiatives
• SCRUM MASTER ROLE
• Facilitates scrum ceremonies (Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, and Sprint Reviews)
• Acts as a servant leader to cross-functional Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Agile principles and best practices
• Removes impediments and fosters an environment for high-performing team dynamics, continuous improvement and productivity
• Collaborates with Product Owners to define and prioritize the product backlog
• Guides the team in identifying and tracking metrics to ensure continuous progress
• Plans, executes, and oversees IT projects from inception through delivery using PMP principles and best practices
• Develops project plans, including scope, schedule, resource allocation, risk mitigation strategies, and budget
• Ensures alignment of project goals with business objectives and IT strategy
• Manages project teams, fostering communication and collaboration between developers, testers, and stakeholders
• Reports regularly on project status, risks, and key metrics to stakeholders and senior leadership
• Ensures proper documentation and knowledge transfer for long-term project sustainability
• Applies a deep understanding of Agile, PMP, and RUP methodologies to tailor project management approaches as per the project's complexity and requirements
• Provides coaching and training on Agile and hybrid methodologies to team members and stakeholders
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement by driving process optimization and ensuring effective use of tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence)
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT & PROBLEM SOLVING
• Proactively identifies project risks and works with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies
• Serves as the primary point of escalation for project issues, working to resolve conflicts and remove blockers in a timely manner
• Manages change control processes, ensuring that project adjustments are handles efficiently without impacting quality or deadline attainment
• ON-PREMISES, HYBRID, AND CLOUD ENVIRONMENTS
• Works with business applications across various environments, including on-premises, hybrid, and cloud systems
• Works with the infrastructure and cloud teams to ensure that application environments are stable, secure, and meet business performance expectations
• Supports the transition of applications from on-premises environments to cloud or hybrid architectures, working closely with senior IT leadership on cloud migration strategies
• Ensures that all business applications comply with industry regulations and internal security standards, including SOX, PCI-DSS, and other financial sector regulations
• Works with the Cybersecurity team to ensure applications are secured against potential threats and vulnerabilities
• Develops and implements procedures for regular audits, risk assessments, and disaster recovery plans for critical applications
• Ensures that QA processes adhere to relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, GDPR, HIPAA)
• Develops and maintains test documentation, including test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test data management

Implements processes to ensure traceability of test cases to requirements and automated defect tracking/reporting

• The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Agile, PMP (Project Management Professional), and RUP (Rational Unified Process) methodologies
• EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field required
• CERTIFICATIONS: PMP (Project Management Professional), CSM (Certified Scrum Master) or equivalent certification required

Proven experience with Agile, PMP, and RUP methodologies required

• Work-Life Balance
• Work From Home Program (up to 2 days per week upon eligibility)
• Modern Office Setting
• Free On-Site Fitness Facility
• Free downtown shuttle route
• Two-minute walk from Walnut Creek BART Station
• Three-minute car ride from CA-24 and I-680
• Free On-Site Garage Parking
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirements Savings Match
• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid Community Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program