Scrum Master - Commercial Platforms (RDU IT)

Job Title: Scrum Master - Commercial Platforms (RDU IT)

• Location: Manyata Tech Park, Bangalore

• Work Schedule: Three days on-site, two days remote (3/2)

• Career Level: E – Individual Contributor position.
   

Introduction to role

Join Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, where we are dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with severe and ultra-rare disorders. As a global leader in complement inhibition, we have pioneered treatments like Soliris® (eculizumab) for life-threatening conditions such as PNH and aHUS. We are on a mission to innovate and develop groundbreaking biotechnology products. As a Scrum Master in our IT Delivery team, you will be at the forefront of enhancing our Salesforce.com patient applications, driving agile methodologies to optimize service delivery and improve customer satisfaction. Are you ready to make a difference?
 

Accountabilities:

We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master to join our IT Delivery team, focusing on commercial applications like Veeva CRM and Vault Promomats. In this role, you will guide agile teams, ensuring adherence to agile principles and optimizing service delivery. Your leadership will enhance CRM capabilities, streamline processes, and elevate customer satisfaction.
 

You will be responsible for:

• Agile Leadership: Lead and mentor agile teams in implementing and adhering to Scrum methodologies and practices.

• Facilitation: Conduct daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

• Impediment Removal: Identify obstacles and work collaboratively to remove impediments to ensure the team's progress and productivity.

• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as a liaison between the development team and key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on goals and objectives.

• Continuous Improvement: Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by implementing and refining agile processes and recommending best practices.

• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key agile metrics like sprint velocity, burn-down charts, and deliverables to drive performance and accountability.

• Training and Development: Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate team members and stakeholders on agile processes and value.
   

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field. Certification in Scrum (Certified Scrum Master) is required.

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry or dealing with commercial applications.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with Veeva CRM and other commercial applications is preferred. Proficiency in using agile tools such as Jira.

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.

• Problem-solving: Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
   

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
 

At AstraZeneca's Alexion division, we champion diversity and foster an energizing culture where new ideas thrive. Our commitment to inclusion ensures that life-changing innovations can come from anywhere. We celebrate each other's successes and take pride in giving back to our communities. Here, your career is more than just a path; it's a journey to making a difference where it truly counts.
 

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team!
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.