Advance knowledge of SAFe/Agile principals but not a purist and willing to be flexible to Team dynamics
If I have to teach Safe principles or how/when to apply them, then we will have a problem
Technical knowledge is key but more specifically experience leading Teams involved with AWS infrastructure; needs to be able to interface with other DEV teams and align on tasks
SM needs to be able to understand what every DEV is working on and clear communication skills to articulate status and next steps
SM needs to be able to visualize “Done” for every Feature and forecast/track overall work to specific deadlines
Be able to foresee impact/missed deadlines
Be able to review Features/Stories and confirm whether item meets “Definition of Ready” to be worked on
SM needs to be a Lean, Efficiency Leader – someone who spots inefficiencies via effective retros and more importantly takes action to resolve
Again I need a Leader, not someone who needs to be told and monitored on how/what to go do
A contractor SM is a tough role because they often struggle to pushback with employees
I need a determined, professional individual who is not afraid of conflict but also is not a jerk - they will have my supportand backing
***This Team is a fast-paced bunch of Devs – individual needs to be quick on their feet***
Requires advance skills in managing context switching
Requires comfort in staying up multiple nights (weekly), overnight period ranges between 8pm-4am