Data / AI PM & Scrum Master

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**Job Description** Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Data & AI Project Manager with Scrum Master capabilities to drive delivery of advanced data, analytics, and AI initiatives. The ideal candidate will combine strong Agile program management, stakeholder communication, and technical understanding of data platforms and AI solutions, along with hands-on expertise in Jira for agile delivery management. Key Responsibilities Project & Program Management Lead end-to-end delivery of Data Engineering, BI, and AI/ML initiatives Define project scope, goals, timelines, and resource allocation Manage multiple concurrent projects ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence Drive risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking Scrum Master Responsibilities Facilitate Agile ceremonies: Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives Ensure adherence to Agile/Scrum best practices Remove team impediments and foster a high-performing team culture Track sprint progress, velocity, and continuous improvement metrics **Required Skills & Qualifications** Core Skills 10+ years in IT delivery/project management, with at least 3+ years in Data & AI initiatives Strong experience as a Scrum Master (Certified Scrum Master preferred) Deep hands-on experience with Jira (mandatory) Solid understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) Soft Skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Ability to handle ambiguity and fast-paced environments Leadership and team mentoring capabilities **Preferred Qualifications** Certifications: CSM / PSM / SAFe Agile / PMP Experience in AI-driven products or GenAI initiatives Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for data/ML projects **Responsibilities** Key Responsibilities Project & Program Management Lead end-to-end delivery of Data Engineering, BI, and AI/ML initiatives Define project scope, goals, timelines, and resource allocation Manage multiple concurrent projects ensuring quality, timelines, and budget adherence Drive risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking Scrum Master Responsibilities Facilitate Agile ceremonies: Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives Ensure adherence to Agile/Scrum best practices Remove team impediments and foster a high-performing team culture Track sprint progress, velocity, and continuous improvement metrics **Qualifications** **ABOUT US** At Zensar, we’re *“experience-led everything”* . We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: *Together, we shape experiences for better futures* . Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is *ONE with Client* - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: *One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus* . Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself. We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.