Scrum Master / Agile Delivery Lead

John D Griffin

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linkedin.com/in/jdgriffin1/ • San Francisco, CA

Dynamic Agile Delivery Lead with extensive experience in driving technology transformations across diverse industries, focusing on spearheading Agile and SAFe implementations and mentoring teams to optimize delivery processes. Proven track record in transitioning organizations from Waterfall to Agile methodologies, enhancing productivity, and fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams. Known for leading strategic change initiatives as well as ensuring seamless technology integration and alignment with Agile principles. Adept at facilitating stakeholder engagement and team collaboration to meet ambitious project deliverables. Passionate about guiding teams through complex transformations and cultivating an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.

Areas of Expertise

• Agile Transformation

• Agile Best Practices Facilitation

• Scrum Ceremonies Facilitation • Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coaching, Mentoring & Leadership

• Jira / Confluence Administration • Technology Integration

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Scrum Mastery

Professional Experience

Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Agile Delivery Lead, Agile Coach, Release Train Engineer, Scrum Master 2024 — 2025

Spearheaded SAFe implementation across expansive technology infrastructure. Facilitated Agile Release Train coordination for 16 teams, guiding 150 members through five Planning Increments to optimize delivery. Trained and mentored scrum masters, product owners, and key SAFe participants to enhance Agile proficiency. Delivered comprehensive SAFe courseware, including Leading SAFe, SAFe for Teams, CSM, ASM, and product management syllabi. Ensured seamless large-scale technology transformation by coaching implementation strategies and promoting Agile methodology.

● Achieved technology solution delivery improvement by 50% through effective Agile practices.

● Transitioned entire organizational technology teams from Waterfall to Agile methodology.

● Implemented Agile framework across all technology units, aimed at driving comprehensive transformation.

● As SAFe SPC / RTE / Scrum Master, facilitated Quarterly PI Planning

Slalom, San Francisco, CA

Agile Delivery Lead, Agile Coach, Release Train Engineer, Scrum Master 2021 — 2024

Led Agile SAFe implementation, fostering organizational efficiency and smooth delivery. Executed end-to-end training in SAFe methodologies, facilitating courses, such as Leading SAFe, SAFe for Teams, Scrum Master, and Agile Scrum Master. Coached diverse roles within the portfolio, Agile Release Train (ART), and team levels, including RTEs, product managers, scrum masters, product owners, and business owners. Facilitated inter-team collaboration and alignment to optimize Agile processes and accelerate project results.

● Doubled software solution delivery rate by executing Agile transformation across entire technology teams.

● Succeeded in migrating all development teams from Waterfall to agile methodologies, leading to enhancement of productivity.

● As SAFe SPC / RTE / Scrum Master, facilitated Quarterly PI Planning

Pcubed, San Francisco, CA

Agile Coach / Release Train Engineer / Scrum Master 2019 — 2020

Orchestrated enterprise-wide Agile transformations, leveraging SAFe, Kanban, and Scrum methodologies from initiation through to full implementation. Guided Finance IT and Cybersecurity Agile Release Trains, incorporating Agile principles and fostering continuous improvement across teams exceeding 200 members. Mentored program stakeholders, executives, RTEs, team members, scrum masters, and product owners in Agile techniques and values to elevate quality and visibility. Championed collaborative and empowered team environments, driving strategic changes across the organization to align with Agile frameworks.

● Attained 100% Agile transformation from Waterfall across all software development, information security, and business teams.

● As SAFe SPC / RTE / Scrum Master, facilitated Quarterly PI Planning

Calypso Technology, San Francisco, CA

Agile Coach / Scrum Master / Product Manager 2014 — 2018

Coached Agile methods as a Certified Scrum Master, facilitating collaboration among cross-functional distributed teams in the design, development, and delivery of FinTech products. Led organization-wide transition from Waterfall to Agile approaches as part of Agile Delivery leadership, ensuring effective practices across project management initiatives. Guided the implementation of scrum frameworks, driving projects from inception to completion with a focus on enhancing team collaboration and product quality. Engaged with stakeholders to align project goals and particulars, continually driving Agile transformation strategy and execution.

● Improved cross-team communication and collaboration by implementing Agile methodologies.

● Led large-scale Agile transformation initiatives, establishing streamlined processes and enhanced productivity.

● Boosted project completion efficiency by mentoring teams in adopting Scrum practices.

● Facilitated alignment with stakeholders, aimed at ensuring consistent project objectives and deliverables.

● Transformed software development teams from Waterfall to Agile methods, resulting in an increase in software solution delivery.

Occam Commodity Brokers, San Francisco, CA

Derivatives Strategist/OTC Broker 2011 — 2014

Fostered acquisition and sustainability of over 12 client relationships with a flawless retention rate. Crafted and deployed derivatives trading strategies tailored for capital markets clients, including investment banks, fund managers, and asset managers. Analyzed market trends to develop innovative trading approaches to improve client portfolio performance. Guided strategic discussions to align client objectives with trading solutions to enable optimal investment outcomes. Conducted thorough assessments of risk management practices to support compliance and risk mitigation efforts.

● Maintained 100% retention rate of new client accounts through strategic relationship management.

● Collaborated to communicate KPIs with business leaders and critical stakeholders that optimized operational strategies.

Additional Experience

Algorithmic Trading Manager / Project Manager, Infinium Securities, San Francisco, CA

Director Global Commodities, CITIGROUP, Houston, TX

Enterprise Risk and Trading Manager, Dominion Resources Inc., Richmond, VA

Senior Energy Derivatives Trader, El Paso Europe Ltd., London, UK

Head of European Equity Options Trading, Arbitrade/Knight, London, UK

Head of European Equity Index Options Trading, Fortis Bank NV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Managing Director, First Continental Trading, Chicago, Hong Kong, and Singapore

Education & Certifications

Master of Business Administration

College of William & Mary, College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA

Bachelor of Science, Finance

Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL

Certified SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC), Scaled Agile

Certified SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE), Scaled Agile

Certified SAFe Scrum Master (CSM), Scaled Agile

Advanced Certified Scrum Master (ACSM), Scrum Alliance

Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Scrum Alliance

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CPO), Scrum Alliance

Agile at Scale Technical Delivery Professional, Atlassian

Jira Align Jumpstart Consultant, Atlassian

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