Project Manager Scrum Master

Job Title: Data Project Manager / Scrum Master Location: Onsite – Irving, TX (5 days/week) Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Data Project Manager/Scrum Master who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, while also being able to function as a classic Project Manager. They should be extremely patient, adaptable to sporadic requests, and capable of bringing structure to a team that is not currently following a formal methodology despite claiming Agile practices. Key Responsibilities: • Act as a Scrum Master, facilitating daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint demos. • Manage and track project progress through burn-down charts, weekly RAG reports, and sprint velocity metrics. • Provide classic project management oversight by tracking project health, budget, and status updates. • Handle ad-hoc requests while maintaining project focus, despite shifting priorities and budgets. • Utilize JIRA and Confluence to manage workflows, documentation, and sprint planning. • Serve as the key point of contact for project tracking, ensuring clear communication across teams. • Monitor and report project risks, dependencies, and overall project status. • Ensure Agile best practices are implemented while adapting to the organization’s existing structure. Required Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Scrum Master and/or Project Manager in a Data Analytics environment. • Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks and methodologies, with the ability to adapt to less-structured environments. • Expertise in using JIRA, Confluence, and other project management tools. • Ability to manage budget tracking, shifting priorities, and ambiguous project scopes. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail. • Experience working in organizations with fluctuating priorities and evolving methodologies. Preferred Qualifications: • Certification in Scrum Master (CSM, PSM) and/or Project Management (PMP, PMI-ACP). • Background in Data Analytics, BI, or Data Engineering projects. • Experience managing projects in cloud-based data environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). This role requires someone who can bring order to chaos, handle ambiguity, and work effectively in an environment where priorities shift frequently. If you thrive in a challenging yet rewarding setting, we encourage you to apply. Apply Job!