Sr. Scrum Master II

Job Overview:

The Technology team supports Infrastructure and Operations business unit by providing critical business systems and integration services.  We are looking for a Sr. Project Manager / Scrum Master who will be part of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitates and drives the team through the agile ceremonies –foster a Lean-Agile leadership including (PI Planning at the team level, Iteration Planning, Standup, Retro, Inspect and Adapt Workshop, Iteration Review and Demo).

• Release Planning and Execution – Releases to production, being able to provide dates and the important artifacts.

• Ensure agreement and transparency across team including up to the RTE.

• Ensure JIRA is accurate and updated as required per Iteration.

• Capacity vs Load – What is the teams available capacity (considering holidays, vacations, and etc.) vs how much customer demand. Hours versus hours

• Performs PI Planning prep & execution for the team.

• Ensures weekly, monthly and iteration reports are produced as required/requested for the team.

• Progress of PI Objectives – Demonstrate how much work in progress and in backlog. Priority and dependencies.

• Commit to Complete Ratio (not all teams are at the level of maturity)

• Velocity – In an Agile environment, for a 2-week sprint, how much work was committed and how much work was completed. This is measured in points.

• Backlog Revisions (meet definition of ready?) and Health (this is a product metric that some Scrum Masters review to ensure they have work planned for future iterations)

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Scrum Master Certification

• 8+ years of experience managing the development team’s project and maintenance activities from initiation to production support.

• 8+ years of experience working collaboratively with Development teams, EA, QA, Release Management and Infrastructure teams to resolve technical requirements.

• 8+ years of experience communicating and collaborating with various business units in regard to project and maintenance efforts.

• 8+ years of experience providing regular written and verbal communication to various audiences throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Core Competencies:

• Adaptability

• Teamwork

• Creative Problem Solving

• Professionalism

Preferences:

• BA Degree preferred

• Project Management

• Infrastructure

• Agile

• Business Process

• Customer Service

 

Pay Range:

$96,188-$160,313/year
 Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) was founded on the principle that the firm should work for advisors and institutions, and not the other way around. Today, LPL is a leader in the markets we serve, serving more than 23,000 financial advisors, including advisors at approximately 1,000 institutions and at approximately 580 registered investment advisor ("RIA") firms nationwide. We are steadfast in our commitment to the advisor-mediated model and the belief that Americans deserve access to personalized guidance from a financial professional.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!

• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!

• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!

• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!

• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!

• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!

• Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. Learn more here!

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum.  During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.

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