Agile Coach/Scrum Master

As a Scrum Master at Tek Spikes, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our development teams to deliver high-quality software projects in a collaborative agile environment. You will facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, remove obstacles, and coach team members on Scrum principles to ensure continuous improvement and productivity. Your strong communication skills and leadership qualities will help foster a culture of transparency and accountability within the team. Key Responsibilities: Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective team collaboration and communication. Support the product owner in maintaining the product backlog and prioritizing work items based on business value. Remove impediments that hinder the team’s progress and provide solutions to challenges that arise. Coach team members on Agile principles and Scrum practices to enhance their understanding and effectiveness. Monitor and report on progress and metrics, providing visibility to stakeholders regarding team performance. Foster a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback and open communication. Promote self-organization and accountability within the team by encouraging ownership of tasks and projects. Engage with other Scrum Masters and agile coaches across the organization to align on best practices and methodologies. Requirements Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification required. - 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment. - Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and understanding of Agile principles. - Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills with proven experience leading teams. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. - Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello) is preferred. - Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Preferred Skills: - Experience in scaling Agile practices in larger organizations is a plus. - Knowledge of other methodologies like Kanban or Lean is beneficial.

Seeking AI talent: If you're motivated, ambitious, and eager to work on breakthrough AI innovations, we welcome you to grow with us in a future-focused environment. We're a growing tech company searching for individuals with a passion for learning. Want to gain real-world skills in AI and software development? This structured remote program is available part-time or full-time, with flexibility to match your schedule. You’ll complete 600+ hours of guided training and hands-on experience using real tools, leading to job readiness as an AI Developer. You’ll gain practical experience in: 🖥️ Computer & Software Fundamentals • Discover how computers and networks function • Learn algorithm theory, system architecture, and foundational security • Start coding in Python 💻 Web & Application Development • Build websites with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript • Use modern frameworks like React.js and Bootstrap • Work with Git and GitHub to manage team projects 🧠 AI and Machine Learning Tools • Dive into data science, machine learning, and neural networks • Practice using OpenAI APIs, TensorFlow, and Pandas • Create AI applications such as chatbots and automation tools • Visualize data and evaluate model performance • Learn Docker and organize your projects efficiently 🗄️ Database and Backend Skills • Create and manage SQL databases • Master CRUD operations and backend data integration 🧪 Capstone Project • Deliver a real-world software solution • Use Git workflow, debug effectively, and write clean documentation • Apply Agile and Scrum principles in a team-based setting 🧰 Career Preparation • Practice for whiteboard and coding interviews • Learn technical résumé writing • Prepare for job applications and career transitions No experience required. Open to remote participants. Apply now: https://aitraining.compare

Job Description: Minimum 10 yrs IT experience with 5+ yrs in role of scrum master Coordinates and promotes participation in all Scrum events: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. Experience in managing Agile teams, backlog Tracking, sprint planning, burndown metrics, velocity, user stories etc. Facilitates and supports all scrum events: Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective. Strong knowledge of Scrum theory, rules and practices, agile framework or methods (i.e. Scrum, Kanban etc) Facilitates team involvement and logistical planning for all key Scrum events throughout the sprint cycle. Know about the value of metrics & Understand the fundamentals of iterative and incremental development. person search.

SUMMARY: Provides technical support to the university community. Resolves moderately complex technical problems (tier 1 and some tier 2), and may provide functional direction to student employees, as needed. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide phone support in the Help Desk call center. Analyze computer problems; gather customer specific needs; process workflow with clear explanation of problems and resolution. Create workflow / call tickets for phone support, walk in traffic, and emails to the Help Desk. Support live chat communications. As needed, direct workflow / service requests to proper technicians or other departments within Information Services with agreed service levels Provide support for the walk up Help Desk; assist with computer service issues and provide support for mobile devices Committee assignments as assigned Other tasks as assigned WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Lift and carry computer equipment, including CPUs, monitors, small printers, scanners, and other peripherals QUALIFICATIONS: Microsoft Office Software Suite previous experience Hardware support for dual core computers and newer Operating System previous experience Familiarity desired with both PC and Mac platforms for hardware and software Ability to work directly, face to face, or over the phone, with customer Ability to analyze moderately complex computer problems Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Strong organizational skills EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Customer Service-related experience preferred High School Diploma required Some college or professional technology education desired WORK HOURS: Full-Time; Non-Exempt position Monday-Friday 10:30AM-7:30PM, but may work a varied schedule, including adjusted shifts as needed. Weekend work during back-to-school period, and rotating weekends (Saturday/Sunday 10:00AM-4:00PM) SALARY STRUCTURE: Pay Grade 5 (Hiring Range $19.72 to $26.13 per hour)

The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Workday), accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers.  *Local candidates strongly preferred. 1-2 days onsite may be required and/or when requested for meetings. Out-of-state candidates (100%) will be accepted.  Job Description: The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall strategy, planning, management, and completion of projects supporting Payroll functionality within the core ERP solution and any supporting ancillary applications and/or solutions.     • You will partner with project team members across state agencies and vendors to develop project scope and use your project management              skills to manage project roles, identify resource requirements, define project deliverables and execute. You will ensure effective                                  communications and relationships between stakeholders and project team members. • The ideal candidate should have a successful track record in project management, technology delivery, and operations. • The ideal candidate should be able to lead process improvement initiatives and IT projects to improve productivity, quality and employee                  experience. • Building the project plans, identification Payroll business requirements, process and functional design, prototyping, testing, training, defining            support procedures • Overall management, tracking and reporting of project schedule and activities, ensuring that the projects are delivered on time, within budget            and remain aligned to the business objectives. • Work closely with leaders, project teams and various stakeholders to ensure projects effectively mitigate risks, resolve issues, and deliver as            planned. • Facilitate cross-functional meetings and implementation plans and schedules, working with other project managers, functional experts, and              business partners. • Prepare communications to stakeholders, project artifacts, working documents and project schedules. • Review and maintain project financials, evaluating projects against their approved financial targets and benefits goals, and ensuring the                    creation of action plans to address variances, effectively manage change controls and escalate issues as appropriate. • Build and deliver project plans, status reports and metrics on test case development, test execution progress, track and monitor defect                      corrections, identify project dependencies and constraints. • Identify improvement opportunities for the organization and be an advocate for change • Plan, execute and monitor Payroll Technology projects with an eye on customer experience, supportability and successful operational                        transition into production. • Lead coordination for the training and other events that help share knowledge and skills with other team members. Required Technical and Professional Expertise: • Experience managing Payroll on ERP Cloud Solutions products such as Workday, Oracle Cloud HCM, Infor, SAP S4/HANA • Thrive in a diverse, fast-paced environment. • Experienced in use of project management tools and methodologies • Working knowledge of Agile methodology and practices • Think critically and analytically and can effectively apply logic to solve problems • Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with others. • Excellent analytical, presentation, interpersonal, organizational, and facilitation skills • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can clearly articulate complex messages and requirements to stakeholders,                    functional teams and vendors • Ability to mentor other Project Managers on Project Management methodologies Skills and Competencies:  • Ability to confidently present to C-Suite executives • Skilled at conflict resolution • Highly skilled at managing competing projects, risks, and issues. • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills • Demonstrated knowledge and aptitude of project management tools, techniques, and methodology. • Ability to accurately and adequately translate business requirements to technical requirements. • Skilled at conflict resolution Preferred Qualifications:  Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess the following: • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Project Online, and Visio,  • Excellent oral and written communication skills • State work experience • ERP Cloud work experience • Payroll, Talent Acquisition and/or learning management work experience. • PMP certified • College Degree in a related field with 8+ years professional experience • 5 years minimum experience as a project manager       

We are currently in need of Experienced Fiber Optic Technicians & Lead Technicians in Atlanta, Georgia. Must have Fiber Splicing experience and have color code knowledge. Pay is up to $35/hour, per diem paid for all week if minimum requirements are met; per diem if you are not local to the jobsite. We can be reached at 713.487.6911 by call or text for an immediate interview. Job Scope not limited to the following: INSTALLING CAT5/6 FIBER IN CONDUIT CABLE TRAY Work Other duties as requested or needed We offer weekly pay, performance & sign on bonuses as well as Health Benefits Please call our office for an immediate phone interview! You can call/text us at 713-487-6911; https://forms.gle/36Fkc2b5J1TqenSU8 All estimates of project are mere estimates and not representative of a guaranteed period of employment.