Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master - Stamford, United States - Faraday

Description

General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of

Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

, is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. Its direct reinsurance companies conduct business as Gen Re.
Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of more than

40 offices

, supported by over 2,000 employees worldwide, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.
Gen Re LIfe currently offers an excellent opportunity for

Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master

to work in the Life Global Technology Unit based in our

Stamford, CT

o

ffice or performed remotely for appropriately qualified individual.

Role Description

As an integral part of the Gen Re Global Life Office of the Customerteam, the Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master will work with cross-functionalstakeholders and external clients to deliver the best-in-class solutions forthe Life Health portfolio of projects.

This role is responsible for managing initiatives using various SDLCmethodologies. Senior Project Manager/ScrumMaster is responsible for all aspects of managing project. The Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master isexpected to mentor less experiences staff members on project methodologies andframeworks.


PositionResponsibilities include:

Manages multiple work-streams, adhere to project governance, prepare status reports and communicate with stakeholders to ensure strategy and execution are aligned with defined objectives, timelines and budgets.

Proactively respond to new project needs or changes in scope, identifies and resolves issues, and assesses impact to existing plan.

Create "as is" and facilitate establishing "future state" data flows and process diagrams

Ensures that the stories have been properly groomed and any outstanding requirements have been completed.

Facilitates Scrum ceremonies effectively and on cadence, while ensuring team participation (Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint
Reviews/Demos, Sprint Retrospectives and Sprint Planning).

Helps improve the team's software development and delivery through a deliberate focus on continuous improvement and learning culture.

Supports and educates the Product Owner to understand backlog management techniques such as grooming and relative estimation to maximize the team effectiveness.

Coaches team members and stakeholders to understand Scrum theory, practices, rules and values.

Maintain a working knowledge of the latest IT trends and technologies in the industry.

Ability to work/meet during flexible hours. Thisperson will need to coordinate with international users across differenttime zones (USA, Europe and Asia).
Role Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's Degree or higher in InformationScience or related field is preferable.
Equivalent combination of experience, education and training willbe considered

10 or more years of experience on technical projects, preferably in the insurance or reinsurance sector

Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical terminology, concepts and issues in terms understandable to technical and non-technical management and resource staff

PMP or PMI Certification

Experienced with MS DevOps

Experience in Microsoft Azure, Data Lake is preferred

Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio

Strong sense of teamwork and ability to both manage and execute projects

Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization by establishing effective working relationships with all

departments

Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Salary Range
Shape Your Future with Us
General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of

Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

, is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. Its direct reinsurance companies conduct business as Gen Re.
Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of more than

40 offices

, supported by over 2,000 employees worldwide, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.
Gen Re LIfe currently offers an excellent opportunity for

Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master

to work in the Life Global Technology Unit based in our

Stamford, CT

o

ffice or performed remotely for appropriately qualified individual.

Role Description

As an integral part of the Gen Re Global Life Office of the Customerteam, the Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master will work with cross-functionalstakeholders and external clients to deliver the best-in-class solutions forthe Life Health portfolio of projects.

This role is responsible for managing initiatives using various SDLCmethodologies. Senior Project Manager/ScrumMaster is responsible for all aspects of managing project. The Senior Project Manager/Scrum Master isexpected to mentor less experiences staff members on project methodologies andframeworks.


PositionResponsibilities include:

Manages multiple work-streams, adhere to project governance, prepare status reports and communicate with stakeholders to ensure strategy and execution are aligned with defined objectives, timelines and budgets.

Proactively respond to new project needs or changes in scope, identifies and resolves issues, and assesses impact to existing plan.

Create "as is" and facilitate establishing "future state" data flows and process diagrams

Ensures that the stories have been properly groomed and any outstanding requirements have been completed.

Facilitates Scrum ceremonies effectively and on cadence, while ensuring team participation (Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint
Reviews/Demos, Sprint Retrospectives and Sprint Planning).

Helps improve the team's software development and delivery through a deliberate focus on continuous improvement and learning culture.

Supports and educates the Product Owner to understand backlog management techniques such as grooming and relative estimation to maximize the team effectiveness.

Coaches team members and stakeholders to understand Scrum theory, practices, rules and values.

Maintain a working knowledge of the latest IT trends and technologies in the industry.

Ability to work/meet during flexible hours. Thisperson will need to coordinate with international users across differenttime zones (USA, Europe and Asia).
Role Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's Degree or higher in InformationScience or related field is preferable.
Equivalent combination of experience, education and training willbe considered

10 or more years of experience on technical projects, preferably in the insurance or reinsurance sector

Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical terminology, concepts and issues in terms understandable to technical and non-technical management and resource staff

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

PMP or PMI Certification

Experienced with MS DevOps

Experience in Microsoft Azure, Data Lake is preferred

Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio

Strong sense of teamwork and ability to both manage and execute projects

Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization by establishing effective working relationships with all

departments

Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Salary Range
106, ,000.00 USD

Theannual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around theU.S.

and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials,education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance,skills and/or training.

Our Address
General Reinsurance Corporation
120 Long Ridge Road
Stamford, CT US)
AtGeneral Re Corporation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating aninclusive environment for all employees.

It is the General ReCorporation continuing policy to afford equal employment opportunity to allemployees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex(including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national originor ancestry, age, past or present disability, marital status, liability forservice in the armed forces, veterans' status, citizenship, sexual orientation,gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Inaddition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individualswith disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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