Scrum Master-X Trainee

United Wholesale Mortgage is looking for applicants interested in stepping into Information Technology as a Scrum Master (SM). We are launching our Scrum Master Experience (Scrum Master-X) training program where you will learn all the skills necessary to become a successful Scrum Master. We will teach you how to work in an Agile environment how to work effectively with a team of Developers Business Analysts Quality Assurance Analysts Product Owners and Team Leads as well as the ins and outs of Agile processes and coaching techniques. This program will prepare you to coach and support multiple IT teams at UWM as a Scrum Master.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Training in a hands-on classroom environment for 7 weeks on Agile Methodologies and the Scrum framework
• Learning how to facilitate and coach teams on the Scrum framework pillars and framework
• earning about the soft skills needed to be a successful Scrum Master such as brand building team dynamics and coaching foundations
• Participating in hands-on facilitation sessions and weekly teach-backs to the class
• Completing homework assignments group and individual projects exams and quizzes
• Learning the expectations standards and systems used by a Scrum Master at UWM
• Working with a mentor to help guide your transition from the training program to our IT Team

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have at least 1 year of experience working on a cross functional team as a Business Analyst Quality Analyst or Software Developer OR at least 1 year of experience leading a team
• Knowledge of the Agile Manifesto and Agile Methodology
• Knowledge of the Scrum Guide including Scrum Values and Principles
• Previous experience teaching mentoring or training others
• Willingness to be coached up on best practices and improvements as well as what it takes to learn software development and business analysis
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 including Word PowerPoint Excel Outlook and OneNote
• Ability to read and interpret data and metrics
• Strong drive for continuous learning and improvement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with public speaking
• Comfortable giving and receiving feedback
• Detail oriented
• Strong time management skills
• Critical thinking and asking questions
• Problem solving skills
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly
• Positive mindset
• Onsite attendance

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working in Information Technology
• Experience using work tracking tools such as Jira
• Previous experience using Confluence

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans Its all happening on UWMs campus where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

Its no wonder that out of our six pillars People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. Its at the very heart of how we treat each other our clients and our community. Whether its providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career youll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race creed gender age sexual orientation and ethnicity youll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

More reasons youll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical dental vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large state-of-the-art fitness center including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area including an in-house primary-care physicians office full-time massage therapist and hair salon
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor caf with Wi-Fi