The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
Lead Scrum Master
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07390
Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We believe you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the world we serve.
Pay And Benefits
Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
Pension / Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
Impact You Will Have In This Role The IT FinSight Delivery department supports the development & testing needs of multiple DTCC core business lines. The Lead Scrum Master facilitates and coaches, guiding a cross‑functional team in using the Scrum framework for software development within an Agile environment. They ensure the team follows Scrum principles and practices, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment for delivering high‑quality products. The Scrum Master empowers the team to succeed within the Scrum framework, focusing on efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Your Primary Responsibilities
The Lead Scrum Master guides assigned teams in the use of the Scrum framework including the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile practices.
Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Testers, and Dev teams to ensure alignment and delivery.
The Lead Scrum Master creates and maintains Jira projects and is responsible for tracking and reporting on team commitments as well as resolving (or assisting in resolving) risks, issues, and dependencies.
The Lead Scrum Master is critical in identifying and driving standards and best practices within the squad.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Ensure compliance with financial industry regulations, data security standards, and internal process governance.
Qualifications
Minimum of 6 years of related experience
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
Talents Needed For Success
Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent required
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
Experience working in software application development, digital transformation and cloud migration projects.
Experience with tools such as Jira, HP PPM, MS Office tools.
Familiarity with financial systems and risk management practices.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
FinTech industry work experience is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area. Salary range: $90,000.00 - $155,000.00 (indicative, based on experience and location). Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment Type: Full‑time. Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology.
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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Pay And Benefits
Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
Pension / Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
Impact You Will Have In This Role The IT FinSight Delivery department supports the development & testing needs of multiple DTCC core business lines. The Lead Scrum Master facilitates and coaches, guiding a cross‑functional team in using the Scrum framework for software development within an Agile environment. They ensure the team follows Scrum principles and practices, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment for delivering high‑quality products. The Scrum Master empowers the team to succeed within the Scrum framework, focusing on efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Your Primary Responsibilities
The Lead Scrum Master guides assigned teams in the use of the Scrum framework including the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile practices.
Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Testers, and Dev teams to ensure alignment and delivery.
The Lead Scrum Master creates and maintains Jira projects and is responsible for tracking and reporting on team commitments as well as resolving (or assisting in resolving) risks, issues, and dependencies.
The Lead Scrum Master is critical in identifying and driving standards and best practices within the squad.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Ensure compliance with financial industry regulations, data security standards, and internal process governance.
Qualifications
Minimum of 6 years of related experience
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
Talents Needed For Success
Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PMI-ACP, or equivalent required
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
Experience working in software application development, digital transformation and cloud migration projects.
Experience with tools such as Jira, HP PPM, MS Office tools.
Familiarity with financial systems and risk management practices.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
FinTech industry work experience is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment.
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area. Salary range: $90,000.00 - $155,000.00 (indicative, based on experience and location). Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment Type: Full‑time. Job Function: Engineering and Information Technology.
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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