TD Bank

Scrum Master II

TD Bank • $96K — $136K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Information Technology
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Qualifications

  • Post-secondary education in a relevant field.
  • Certified Scrum Master certification.
  • 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master.
  • 5-7 years of agile-related experience preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of TDSA processes, procedures, and systems.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate end-to-end agile processes within the team.
  • Drive continuous improvement and adapt processes for maximum productivity.
  • Engage stakeholders to identify and manage impediments.
  • Champion agile practices and facilitate ceremony logistics.
  • Encourage a collaborative culture and team engagement.

Benefits

  • Supports a positive work environment that emphasizes service and teamwork.
  • Opportunities for personal performance management and cross-training.
  • Ability to work with both internal and external agile teams.
  • Encouragement of skill and capability development through mentorship.
Full Job Description
Work Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours:
37.5

Line of Business:
Enterprise Enabling Functions

Pay Details:
$96,900 - $136,800 CAD

A specialized professional role that focuses on the improvement of the agile team (e.g., pod) and champions the methodology, provides guidance on its application and associated processes, protects the team from outside distractions, conducts ceremony facilitation, removes impediments and is dedicated to the agile team or pod.

The Scrum Master understands agile and helps stakeholders work according to the method for the benefit of the team and the committed work.

CUSTOMER
  • End-to-end facilitation of the agile processes
  • Drives continuous improvement and change, acting as a change agent to adapt processes to maximize productivity across work efforts
  • Engages appropriate stakeholders to identify and manage impediments to achieve outcomes of work commitments
  • Identifies agile team improvement opportunities and looks externally for best practices in order to increase team productivity
  • Makes sure there is no hidden work, ensuring that everything the agile team (e.g., pod) is working on is acknowledged and accounted for in the Product Backlog, protecting the team from distractions
  • Owns championing of agile practices and ceremonies
  • Provides advice and guidance to the agile team (e.g., pod), as required, regarding best practices in agile / the TD Scaled Agile methodology
  • Ensures team adheres to 'Work In Progress Limits' established by the Product Owner, making sure the team is not working on too many stories/tasks at once, and helps them get into a flow of starting and completing work in a predictable manner
  • Encourages the Team to look for opportunities to support each other (e.g., focus on higher priority Stories that team members are struggling with)
  • Ensures a collaborative culture exists within the Team, promotes team building and ensures team engagement
  • Coordinates and facilitates ceremony logistics and ensures all Agile ceremonies/processes are held and all team members are present and on time in particular, the daily stand-up meeting
  • Ensures engagement of appropriate control partners
  • Works across the agile team (e.g., pod) to ensure required assessments, and information are accurate and update to date


SHAREHOLDER
  • Adheres to enterprise frameworks and methodologies that relate to activities for our business area
  • Ensures respective policies/practices are well executed, meets business needs, complies with internal and external requirements, and aligns with business priorities
  • Facilitates work execution that is aligned to established cost, timing, deliverable and scope objectives
  • Adheres to enterprise governance to ensure that deliverables meet all the performance, quality and compliance standards and follow the approved methodology
  • Works directly with key stakeholders to remove impediments and help manage cross- team dependencies
  • Collaborates with Product Owner(s), Technology Lead(s) and Team(s) on Sprint planning, impediment removal, and Team execution
  • Keeps abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts
  • Maintains a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite
  • Protects the interests of the organization - identify and manage risks, and escalate non-standard, high risk transactions / activities as necessary


EMPLOYEE / TEAM
  • Participates fully as a member of the agile team (e.g., Product Group, Product Family), supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest
  • Provides thought leadership and/ or industry knowledge for agile execution and participates in capability building for the team and business unit
  • Keeps current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, and agile related tools / techniques
  • Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team
  • Keeps others informed and up-to-date about the status / progress of committed work and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities
  • Contributes to team development of skills and capabilities through mentorship of others, by sharing knowledge and experiences and leveraging best practices.
  • Leads, motivates and develops relationships with internal and external Agile teams to develop productive working relationships
  • Contributes to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce
  • Acts as a brand ambassador for the bank, both internally and/or externally


BREADTH & DEPTH
  • Experienced Scrum Master capable of supporting 1-2 simple to complex pods/agile teams
  • Comprehensive knowledge / expertise in own domain / field of specialty and working knowledge of broader related areas and supporting a small team of professionals assigned to agile teams
  • Requires full understanding of the TDSA processes, procedures and systems
  • Can transition to Agile Coach I coaching role with appropriate training
  • Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve efficiency of own and other teams
  • Helps resolve complex problems and is able to identify viable and often innovative options
  • Understands scaling characteristics
  • Begins to influence outside of immediate work and/or agile team
  • Shares knowledge, information, skills, and subject matter expertise among and across agile teams and ensures the timely communication of issues and encouragement of good working relationships with other functions and teams
  • Supports an environment where team freely escalates challenges; facilitates change through positive reinforcement of successes
  • Generally reports to Practice Lead and contributes directly to assigned Journey or Platform


EXPERIENCE AND / OR EDUCATION
  • Post -secondary education
  • Certified Scrum Master and 3+ years of Scrum Master experience
  • Prefers 5-7Agile related experience


Language Requirement (Quebec only):
Sans Objet

About TD Bank

TD Securities offers a range of advisory and capital market services to its clients. The company's range of services includes research, investment banking, capital markets, and global transaction banking. Research consists of commodity and equity research. Investment banking consists of mergers, acquisitions, industry expertise, and credit origination. Global transaction banking consists of trade finance, cash management, and correspondent banking. TD Securities was founded in 1855 and is based in Ontario.

TD Bank Careers

Join the vibrant team at TD Bank, one of North America's leading financial services organizations, where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. At TD Bank, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals to thrive. Work You’ll Do At TD Bank, your professional journey is bolstered by a robust support system. From your first interview to every career milestone, you will find opportunities for growth and leadership. Our team is dedicated to helping you develop the skills necessary for success in the ever-evolving financial sector. TD Bank offers a variety of job opportunities across multiple fields, from customer service to investment banking. Each position at TD Bank is a chance to contribute to our culture of innovation and exceptional client service. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a TD Bank internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure and hands-on experience, making them a perfect starting point for students and recent graduates eager to make their mark in the banking industry. Interns at TD Bank enjoy the unique opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining insights that are crucial for future employment. Benefits and Growth TD Bank is deeply committed to the well-being and continuous growth of our team members. We offer competitive benefits packages that cover health, finance, and family care. Our employees enjoy comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off, among other perks. Moreover, TD Bank encourages professional development through various training programs, including leadership development and diversity training. These initiatives ensure that our team remains at the forefront of industry standards and best practices. Join Our Team Explore the numerous career paths available at TD Bank and discover how your skills and interests align with our mission. We are actively hiring and continually looking for talented individuals who are passionate about banking and customer service. Networking and Professional Development At TD Bank, we believe in the power of networking and collaboration. Our employees have access to a wide range of networking events, workshops, and seminars that promote career development and professional growth. These platforms not only enhance your professional skills but also expand your industry connections. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at TD Bank Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to match your career preferences and get the latest news, insider tips, and job opportunities delivered straight to your inbox. Explore job opportunities at TD Bank and be part of a team that values hard work, creativity, and a diverse workplace culture. Your next great career move is just a click away. SEARCH TD BANK JOBS Join us at TD Bank and let your ambition lead you to a rewarding career filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and innovate.
Learn more about TD Bank
Size
90,000 employees
Market Cap
$117.9 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
-$6.9 million
5 Year Trend
+6.6%
* Ladders Estimates

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