Scrum Master & Project Manager BI (Fixed Term)

Why GMF?

Why GM Financial Technology?

GM Financial is set to change the auto finance industry and is leading the path of embarking on tech modernization – we have a startup mindset, and preserve our small company culture, in a public company environment with financial stability and intense growth over a decade-plus history. We are data junkies and trust in data and insights to advance our business objectives. We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously. We believe as an auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world. We are building global platforms, in LATAM, Europe, China, U.S. and Canada – and we are looking to grow our high-performing team. GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally. Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers, dealers and business.

About the role

The Scrum Master II is a servant leader that supports the development team and product owner to increase business agility and maximize value delivered.

Type of contract: Fixed Term (6 months)

What you need:

• Must exhibit strong knowledge of agile frameworks including Scrum from multiple teams/products
• Demonstrated evidence of a servant leadership mindset
• Proficient in the use of Agile delivery tools such as Azure DevOps
• Demonstrated evidence of continuous learning mindset
• Ability to teach and train on Agile, Scrum, Kanban at a level accessible to beginners and dive deep for advanced topics
• A change agent; progressively challenging the team to continuously improve
• Good understanding of product and sprint backlog tracking, burn down metrics and velocity
• Good negotiation, leadership, and written and verbal communication skills
• Good knowledge, skills, and ability working in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to understand and diverse viewpoints
• High Emotional Intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills)
• Ability to understand GM Financials business; apply knowledge and critical thinking skills in day-to-day problems and solutions
• Ability to facilitate, coach and guide through influence, inspiration, collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively with others both verbally and in writing
• Ability to coach and train Agile teams about their role before, during and after PI Planning
• Establish DoR, DoD with teams and Product owner on Story and Feature level wherever applicable
• Support Release Train Engineer, IT Lead and business leaders by facilitating Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Backlog Grooming, Sprint Review, Daily Stand-up etc.
• Provides coaching and training to the Agile Team(s) on how to execute the Scrum framework
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work or military experience required
• 3-5 years experience working in a digital environment in a leadership role required
• 3-5 years project management experience required
• 2-3 years experience as Scrum Master preferred
• Scrum Master Certification (CSM or PSM) or PMI-ACP required

What you will be doing:

• Guiding and coaching the Scrum Teams on how to apply agile values and principles, and use the Scrum Framework to delight customers
• Protect the development team from outside influences and remove impediments
• Building a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear of blame, retribution, or being judged, with an emphasis on healing and problem solving
• Facilitating getting the work done without coercion, assigning, or dictating the work
• Assisting with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information
• Supporting and educating the Product Owner, especially with respect to refining and ordering the product backlog
• Working closely with the Product Owner to ensure product backlog is visible and prioritized towards business value
• Facilitating various Scrum events such as: Daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives
• Empowering the team to be self-organized
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Conform with all company policies and procedures

What we offer:

At GM Financial we want you to be the most authentic version of yourself. We take care of your work-life balance by programming wellness and integration activities, where you will strengthen your relationships with peers and contribute towards the development and wellbeing of your community, while providing you with a competitive salary and benefits. Some of our global benefits include Extended Maternity & Paternity Leaves, Personal Days & Community Investment hours.

Mexico: Additional benefits include Medical Plans, Profit Sharing, Life Insurance, Savings Fund & Pension Plan and others.

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Disclaimer

Mexico - GM Financial is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion at every level of our organization. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, age, gender, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or any other that undermines human dignity and aims to nullify or impair people´s rights and freedoms.