IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation ( https://iitmpravartak.org.in/) is a Technology Innovation Hub of Indian Institute of Technology, Madras focusing on Sensors, Networking, Actuators, and Control Systems (SNACS). We are hosted and funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, under its National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems. Since 2021, we are engaged in Technology related incubation services, project management of Mission critical projects and projects of National importance for government and private agencies, Skill Development services, and administration of fellowships for graduate , post graduate , doctoral and post- doctoral research and administration of CSR Projects. Our core team consists of passionate, and commitment driven individuals dedicated to the achievement of organizational goals towards building a resilient and ATMA NIRBAR BHARAT.
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Manager to lead our Data and AI projects, driving Agile practices and ensuring the successful delivery of innovative data solutions and AI applications.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Agile roles such as Scrum Master or Agile Coach, preferably with a focus on data or AI projects.
Ø Agile and SAFe Expertise: Extensive knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and experience in facilitating Program Increment (PI) planning sessions.
Ø Program Coordination & Risk Management: Proven ability to guide Agile Release Trains (ART), manage risks, dependencies, and ensure timely delivery of the projects.
Ø Technical Coordination: Understanding of data and AI projects, including architecture, modelling, performance, and integration with other systems.
Ø Agile Tools & Software: Experience with Agile tools (Jira, Rally) and familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Ø Certifications: Preferred SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification and relevant Agile certifications (CSM, CSP, SAFe Agilist).
Ø Proven track record in managing and delivering complex data based, machine learning, or AI projects.
Ø Lead Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment.
Ø Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to prioritize and manage the product backlog, aligning with business goals and project requirements.
Ø Monitor and report on team progress, sprint performance, and project milestones, identifying and addressing impediments to ensure timely delivery.
Interested candidates kindly share your Resume to srilatha@iitmpravartak.net