Scrum Master
Franklin Templeton · Hyderabad
At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward‑thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting‑edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long‑term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique.
From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success.
About the department
The AI and Digital Platform team within Sales and Distribution develops AI-enabled, data, and workflow solutions that support business performance and operational efficiency. The team includes product managers, software engineers, data specialists, architects, delivery leads, and governance partners who work together in small, cross-functional teams. The environment is collaborative, evidence-driven, and focused on continuous improvement. Joining the team provides opportunities to influence modern digital products, strengthen agile delivery practices, and contribute to strategic business outcomes.
How you will add value?
Core Responsibilities
- You will facilitate agile ceremonies and sprint activities.
- You will maintain delivery transparency and commitment tracking.
- You will identify, manage, and escalate delivery risks.
- You will support backlog refinement and sprint planning.
- You will monitor delivery metrics and team progress.
- You will improve delivery predictability and team effectiveness.
- You will drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Team & Collaboration
- You will coach teams on agile ways of working.
- You will promote accountability and collaboration.
- You will coordinate dependencies across teams.
- You will maintain clear documentation of decisions and actions.
- You will communicate delivery status and key risks.
- You will support stakeholders with timely updates and recommendations.
What will help you be successful in this role?
Experience, Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of experience in Scrum, agile delivery, or project coordination.
- Scrum certification such as Certified ScrumMaster, Professional Scrum Master, or SAFe is preferred.
- Experience supporting software, product, or technology delivery teams.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of Scrum and agile delivery practices.
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and delivery management tools.
- Ability to manage backlogs, dependencies, and delivery metrics.
- Experience with AI-assisted productivity and reporting tools.
- Understanding of risk management and continuous improvement practices.
- Ability to analyze delivery trends and identify improvement opportunities.
Soft Skills
- Excellent facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
- Effective problem-solving and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Proactive approach to removing blockers and improving team performance.
Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM IST
At Franklin Templeton, we believe your benefits should support your life, your goals, and your future. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
Highlights of our benefits include:
- Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses
- An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education
- Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee’s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)
- Life insurance for protection of employees’ families
- Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families
- Personal loan assistance
- Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)
- 12 weeks Paternity leave
- Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria
- Transport facility
- Child day care facility for women employees
- Cricket grounds and gymnasium
- Library
- Health Center with doctor availability
- HDFC ATM on the campus
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Artificial intelligence or automated tools may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.