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JAMES COWELL

JAMES COWELL

Brighton,CO

Summary

Experienced Scrum Master with a strong background in task prioritization, risk management, and workflow optimization. Dedicated Agile expert with over four years as a servant leader, focusing on facilitation, situational awareness, continual improvement, and increased transparency. Possessing 20 years of team-building experience, committed to driving team success through collaboration and innovation.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SCRUM MASTER (Software Engineering M2)

CACI
11.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies to Computer Vision Data Store (CVDS) team increase the team’s velocity by 20%.
  • Implemented Agile methodologies of two Development teams increase their turn around time for delivery by 20%.
  • Supported the ART level PO in managing customer expectations for project deliverables.
  • Conducted daily scrum meetings and product reviews to ensure alignment and progress.


SCRUM MASTER (STAFF TECHNOLOGIST)

Booz Allen
10.2021 - 11.2024
  • Established a full Agile framework within a prototype development project that consisted five teams and 30 Developers, Data Scientist, and Designers. This prototype project led to a government contact of $630 million-dollar seven-year contract.
  • Refined and evolved the Agile process for a two Development teams in creating a sustaining and invaluable app for the Department of Veterans Affair. This APP allowed Veterans to cover their travel expenses going to their Appointments.
  • Created an Agile process for a R/D team and Service Tech Support Team. That process increased the efficiency of team by 25% output.
  • Oversaw Agile transformation initiatives, enhancing several teams’ productivity and engagement with Government customer.
  • Facilitated Agile ceremonies to enhance team collaboration and streamline project delivery.

CONTRACT SCRUM MASTER

DaVita
01.2020 - 10.2021
  • Led Agile methodology training for two international development teams, resulting in a 30% increase in sprint delivery success rates and a 25% improvement in team collaboration metrics.
  • Acted as the primary liaison between product owners and development teams, facilitating effective communication that increased stakeholder satisfaction by 20% and reduced backlog processing time by 15%.
  • Directed a coordinated effort among Scrum Masters to optimize increment planning sessions, leading to a 50% improvement in cross-team synergy and project deliverable alignment.
  • Facilitated successful delivery of over 15 software releases within timeline and scope, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction ratings by implementing Agile best practices.
  • Mentored development teams in creating 15 epic level features, enabling more than 20K patients receive medical attention.
  • Facilitated daily stand-ups and sprint planning sessions to enhance team collaboration and project visibility.

Education

Associate - Military Intelligence Studies

Cochise College
Sierra Vista, Az
09.2003

Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Good verbal and Written Communication
  • Project Team Coordination
  • Agile Best Practices
  • Project Management
  • Scrum Processes
  • Flexible
  • Agile metrics tracking
  • Agile coaching
  • Project management
  • Sprint planning

Certification

  • Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, 2020
  • Advance Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, 2023
  • Certified Scrum Professional, Scrum Alliance, 2024
  • SAFe Scaled Agile, 2020

Timeline

SCRUM MASTER (Software Engineering M2)

CACI
11.2024 - Current

SCRUM MASTER (STAFF TECHNOLOGIST)

Booz Allen
10.2021 - 11.2024

CONTRACT SCRUM MASTER

DaVita
01.2020 - 10.2021

Associate - Military Intelligence Studies

Cochise College

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