Scrum Master / Project Manager

It's time to transform markets

Existing workflows within syndicated loan and CLO markets are painful for clients: they are outdated, overcomplicated, and time-consuming. It’s time for a change.

Octaura is reimagining the way these markets trade, with efficiency, transparency and simplicity at the heart of what we do. We bring trading capabilities, data and analytics together for the first time on a digitized platform–fundamentally transforming the markets and streamlining workflows like never before.

At Octaura, everyone belongs

It’s essential that Octaurians are confident in knowing they have the space to use their voice and talents. The world is diverse and we actively want our team to reflect this. We’re a values-driven company and by engaging, solving and evolving together, we create a culture that is collaborative, transparent, impactful and innovative. And fun!

The role in a nutshell We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master with a strong background in project management to guide and support our agile development teams. This role will not only ensure adherence to Agile principles and best practices but will also oversee multiple projects, ensuring that they align with organizational objectives and deliver on time and within scope.

The Opportunity
• Facilitate daily agile ceremonies, including scrums, stand-ups, and meetings to monitor project progress and resolve any issues the team may be experiencing.
• Identify silos, find requirement gaps, and groom teams’ behaviour through excellent communication via the agile method.
• Create project outlines and timelines and distribute responsibilities to team members.
• Remove project obstacles and develop solutions with the team.
• Ensure milestones are reached and deadlines are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with inside and outside stakeholders,
• Document progress and communicate to management and stakeholders.
• Generate various JIRA reports to track progress and measure productivity.
• Generate regular reports to track progress and measure productivity.
• Ensure transparency by maintaining visible product backlogs across departments and burn-down chart.
• Important to have daily/frequent communication with hiring manager (Director of technology) and prioritize tech debt, infrastructure, and cyber security initiatives with all other business priorities.

The Person
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, or related field
• Prior experience in a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager role for 5-7 years managing multiple Agile teams and priorities/projects
• Experience in facilitating Scrum ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, etc.)
• Familiarity with agile methodologies beyond Agile ceremonies, like Kanban or XP, can be a plus.
• Servant leadership and continuous improvement mindset.
• Proactiveness in identifying and removing impediments.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders, from team members to executives, and effectively communicate the Scrum process and its benefits.
• Expertise with agile tools – JIRA

Desirable
• Knowledge of modern software development practices and procedures
• Fixed income or Fintech experience is a plus
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) from Scrum Alliance, Professional Scrum Master (PSM) from Scrum.org, or equivalent certifications

The base pay range for this position in New York is $130,000 - $160,000 annually. Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Equity and year-end bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Applicants should apply via Octaura's internal or external careers site.

Octaura Work Perks

At Octaura, our people are our most valuable asset, and we are pleased to offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Competitive compensation and equity

• Flexible Paid Time Off

• Competitive Parental Leave

• Daily breakfast, coffee and snacks in the office

• 90% company-paid healthcare

• Onsite gym & discounted membership

We’re committed to equal opportunity employment

Octaura is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.