Scrum master Jobs in Orange, CA

Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

BD is seeking an experienced Sr. Scrum Master who is also capable of driving and coordinating large initiatives. You will lead and guide agile teams on industry best practices and frameworks including the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) while also ensuring effective delivery of business-critical objectives. The ideal candidate will have experience working with distributed teams, handling cross-functional projects / programs, and managing partner relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities :

Lead and coach multiple agile teams on scrum best practices and SAFe PI Planning

Own and drive all agile / scrum ceremonies

Actively identify and manage risks and dependencies

Foster close cooperation,self-organization and growth within the team

Act as a primary point of contact for the team for cross-functional stakeholders

Support the product manager and / or product owner in goal definition and backlog management

Advocate for continuous improvement, using metrics and data-driven insights

Simultaneously drive projects and programs in support of achieving organizational goals

Skills and Competencies :

Ability to coach team on agile practices and ensure adherence to agile methodology to deliver max business value on time

Strong communication skills with ability to effectively deliver complex messages and teach new concepts

Ability to quickly analyze and resolve conflicts – strong mediator

Confident and skilled at navigating the team through roadblocks to allow committed work to be completed within the sprint

Brings a high-energy and passionate outlook to the job and can influence those around them

Able to build a sense of trust and rapport that creates a comfortable & effective workplace

Ability to adapt to a changing environment

Ability to drive and effectively manage complex R&D initiatives beyond the scope of typical scrum master responsibilities

Required Skills / Experience :

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business or related IT / Technical.

5-7 years of experience in Agile software development, in a Scrum Master, Technical Program Manager, Technical Project Manager, or similar software development / technical role

Proficiency with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally, Azure DevOps)

Experience managing dependencies and risks in large-scale Agile environments

Strong understanding of Agile metrics (e.g., velocity, burndown charts, cycle time) and their application in team performance improvement

Preferred skills / Experience :

Scrum Master and / or SAFe certification preferred

Experience with software development for medical devices or a regulated field preferred

Familiarity with FDA regulations and compliance frameworks related to software development

Experience with Lean Portfolio Management and Agile Release Trains (ARTs)

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and / or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health.