IN_Senior Associate_Scrum Master_MS Engg_Advisory_Gurgaon

Overview

Line of Service
Advisory

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
Microsoft

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in software and product innovation focus on developing cutting-edge software solutions and driving product innovation to meet the evolving needs of clients. These individuals combine technical experience with creative thinking to deliver innovative software products and solutions.

Those in software engineering at PwC will focus on developing innovative software solutions to drive digital transformation and enhance business performance. In this field, you will use your knowledge to design, code, and test cutting-edge applications that revolutionise industries and deliver exceptional user experiences.


*Why PWC

At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us.

At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations. "

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Responsibilities:

As a Scrum Master you will play a pivotal role in driving agile excellence and team performance. You’ll serve as a servant-leader and facilitator for one or more cross-functional Agile teams, ensuring they follow Scrum principles, values, and practices to deliver high-quality, customer-centric solutions. Your mission is to create an environment of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with Product Owners, developers, QA engineers, and business stakeholders to ensure that sprints are well-organized, impediments are swiftly removed, and goals are clearly defined and achievable. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile methodologies, a proactive mindset, and a passion for empowering teams to achieve their full potential. You’ll also contribute to scaling Agile practices across the organization, promote alignment between multiple teams, and support agile maturity through coaching, training, and hands-on guidance. This is a critical role in shaping the delivery process, enhancing productivity, and fostering a culture of agility, accountability, and innovation. Key Responsibilities: • Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, reviews, and backlog refinement. • Serve as a coach and mentor to Scrum teams, guiding them in Agile best practices. • Work closely with Product Owners to

ensure product backlog is well-groomed and ready for upcoming sprints. • Track and communicate sprint/release progress using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello). • Maintain agile frameworks for continuous improvement, including product backlog management and sprint planning. • Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress. • Monitor team performance metrics and support improvement strategies. • Promote transparency and alignment between development teams and stakeholders. Qualifications: • 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager. • Solid understanding of Agile frameworks and practices (Scrum, Kanban, XP). • Experience with agile methodologies and tools such as Azure DevOps. • Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and coaching skills. • Experience working with Agile project management tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.).

Mandatory skill sets:

• Strong command of Scrum, Kanban, and Lean principles • Proficient in tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps. • Basic knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), APIs, and microservices (a plus)

Preferred skill sets: • Skilled in maintaining Agile artifacts and documentation using Confluence, Notion, or similar platforms • Able to identify, communicate, and help mitigate team and cross-team dependencies Soft Skills: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Years of experience required:

4-7 Years

Education qualification:

B.Tech/B.E.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Engineering

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills
Scrum (Agile)

Optional Skills
Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Android, API Management, Appian (Platform), Application Development, Application Frameworks, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Software, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Management (BPM), Business Requirements Analysis, C#.NET, C++ Programming Language, Client Management, Code Review, Coding Standards, Communication, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Creativity {+ 46 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Government Clearance Required?
No

Job Posting End Date