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Golden, Co, Us

Boulder, Colorado, United States

I promoted Agile practices, software delivery, and team collaboration, slashing software delivery timelines by roughly 50%. By defining the role and scope of delivery management, I enabled our team to expand from 1 to 5, enhancing quicker dependency resolution through improved communication across Engineering. Additionally, I built workflows in JIRA to expedite response times to internal teams, elevating transparency and data-driven decision-making. I doubled mentorship program participation by introducing new tracks and providing Agile coaching, leading to 80% of mentees getting promoted to full-time Engineering roles.

Denver, Colorado, United States

I led and inspired 2 Scrum Masters overseeing 8 Development teams, which involved defining Agile methodology and orchestrating development initiatives. I formulated a JIRA strategy and enhanced process understanding across Product Owners and Developers, leading to alignment on goals and delivery timelines. I also implemented weekly bug review meetings and bi-weekly Scrum of Scrums, which lifted product quality by 25% and shortened delivery timelines by 50%. Further, I halved release frequency from 12 to 6 weeks by focusing on features and championing the company vision.

Greater Denver Area

After serving as a Scrum Master, I was offered a promotion to the role of Manager. As I transitioned into this new position, my responsibilities expanded beyond the facilitation of the development team. Now, I was entrusted with ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and building a team of Scrum Masters. I provided guidance and mentorship to Scrum Masters, empowering them to lead their respective teams effectively. Additionally, I collaborated with stakeholders to prioritize and align project goals, while also managing resources and budgets. Embracing my new role, I strived to create an environment that fostered innovation, collaboration, and high-performance, supporting the growth and success of the entire organization.

Denver, Co

I facilitated and empowered the development teams to achieve their highest potential. I guided the teams through the Agile process, organizing and leading daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, and retrospectives. By fostering a collaborative and transparent environment, I encouraged effective communication and problem-solving, enabling the teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. I diligently removed any obstacles that hindered their progress, ensuring a smooth and productive workflow. Through continuous improvement and adaptation, we successfully embraced the Agile mindset and witnessed remarkable growth and success as a team.

Boulder, Colorado, United States

I managed product development and release for strategic clients, including Charles Schwab (the company's largest retainer client). I spearheaded the migration of 3 on-premise server farms to the cloud for Schwab, enhancing uptime, reducing costs, and enabling auto-scaling to handle peak traffic. I also coordinated several large projects while managing regular feature and bug releases, comprising 20-30 updates every other week.

Buffalo Grove, Illinois, United States

I accelerated software solutions delivery and customization for the company's largest clients, Jackson National Life and PIMCO. By working closely with financial and insurance companies and guiding development items through all stages – from requirements gathering to development, testing, and release – I facilitated technology solutions with complex business logic. I utilized a Waterfall project management approach to promote effective planning and resource allocation.