Vice President, Scrum Leader

BNY Mellon • Pittsburgh, PA

17d

About The Position

Vice President, Scrum Leader At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Scrum Leader to join our Global Payments & Trade Platform in our Agile team. This role is located in Pittsburgh . In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Establish and maintain Scrum practices, facilitating understanding of Scrum theory and practice within the Scrum Team and the organization. Remove impediments to the Team’s progress and ensure all Scrum events take place, are positive, productive, and kept within the timebox. Coach Teams in self-management, cross-functionality, and help focus on creating high-value increments that meet the Definition of Done. Facilitate stakeholder collaboration, support Product Owners in backlog management and empirical product planning, and help the organization adopt an empirical approach for complex work. Mentor less experienced Scrum Leaders and help teams reach high performance by employing coaching and development techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6-8 years of relevant experience in a similar role, preferably with technical background and experience as a Scrum Master for software development teams on large initiatives.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies including Scrum, SAFe, XP, Kanban, and Spotify, with experience in Agile techniques such as User Stories, ATDD, TDD, Continuous Integration, Continuous Testing, Pairing, Automated Testing, and Agile Games.
• Proficiency with Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence, strong communication and mentoring skills, and ability to drive change and consensus across multiple stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Agile certifications including CSM, PSM, SAFe SSM.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain Scrum practices, facilitating understanding of Scrum theory and practice within the Scrum Team and the organization.
• Remove impediments to the Team’s progress and ensure all Scrum events take place, are positive, productive, and kept within the timebox.
• Coach Teams in self-management, cross-functionality, and help focus on creating high-value increments that meet the Definition of Done.
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration, support Product Owners in backlog management and empirical product planning, and help the organization adopt an empirical approach for complex work.
• Mentor less experienced Scrum Leaders and help teams reach high performance by employing coaching and development techniques.

Benefits

• BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy.
• We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey.
• Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level