Danielle Huston
Alamo,CA
Summary
Experienced Senior Scrum Master and Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in driving successful technical projects and Agile/SAFe methodologies. Strong performer at leading Agile teams, delivering projects within budget and on-time. Expert in facilitating Agile ceremonies, promoting collaboration, removing roadblocks, and aligning project goals across cross-functional teams. Highly organized in managing complex projects with multiple deadlines. Well-versed in building positive relationships with customers and other stakeholders. Strong requirements gathering, scope development and inventory coordination abilities. Key achievements include delivering over 75 projects with budgets ranging from $50,000 to $5 million which include POC work, all while increasing team throughput and collaboration. Seeking a Technical Scrum Master and Project/Program Management position at a company where I can leverage my scrum master, project management and Agile skills to support the organization's mission of enhancing employee experiences through technology. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Scrum Master
AT&T
08.2009 - Current
- Experienced and trained in both Agile/SAFe 6.0 Methodology
- Championed change management initiatives, guiding teams through successful transitions to new methodologies and techniques.
- Resolved impediments to team progress by proactively identifying issues and facilitating effective solutions.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders across various departments to enhance collaboration efforts on complex projects.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, leading retrospectives to identify areas for process enhancement.
- Successfully led multi-disciplinary teams towards achieving project milestones while adhering to established budgets and timelines.
- Collaborated with Product Owners to develop clear product roadmaps and ensure timely release of high-quality deliverables.
- Coached multiple team members in Agile practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Streamlined project delivery for over 50+ projects by conducting daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and review meetings for multiple projects simultaneously.
Project Manager
AT&T
04.2005 - 08.2009
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Skilled in the understanding of the overall SDLC methodology when working on the planning, analysis, design, development and testing, implementation, and evaluation and maintenance of each project.
Software Release Manager and Software Developer
AT&T
10.1998 - 04.2005
- Set release management lifecycles according to internal business goals and ongoing development realities.
- Managed expectations of stakeholders by setting realistic goals and timelines, providing transparent status updates throughout the software release lifecycle.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through open communication channels, regular collaboration sessions, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
- Managed risks associated with software releases by proactively identifying potential issues and creating contingency plans
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential adoption in ongoing projects while maintaining a focus on long-term stability considerations.
- Streamlined code quality with thorough testing, debugging, and timely maintenance of software systems.
- Managed release validation through development, testing and production phases.
- Interacted with quality management personnel to address customer issues with software defects, designing optimal resolution plans to maintain customer satisfaction.
Assistant to the Billing VP
AT&T
01.1997 - 06.1998
- Worked closely with top management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
R&D Project Manager
Ultratech Stepper
09.1996 - 01.1997
- Prepared, compiled, and coordinated scientific presentations, that included drawings, schematics, and designs from rough to final draft using multiple software programs..
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones within budget and timeline constraints.
- Presented findings from completed projects at internal meetings or conferences showcasing the value of R&D initiatives within the organization.
- Enhanced team collaboration for successful project completion with regular communication and progress updates.
- Streamlined R&D project processes by implementing efficient project management tools and techniques.
Administrative Assistant/Presentation Specialist
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
03.1995 - 09.1996
- Supported presenters in effectively communicating complex information through simplified visuals and concise language.
- Increased overall effectiveness of presentations by providing ongoing training on new software features or techniques to colleagues or clients.
- Collaborated closely with presenters to ensure clear communication of key messages and objectives.
- Maintained a well-organized presentation library for easy access and retrieval of past materials.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA1998
Skills
- Agile
- Agile SAFe
- Agile Coaching
- Scrum Framework Expertise
- Kanban
- Product Backlog Management
- Release Planning
- Sprint Planning
- Retrospective Analysis
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Waterfall
- SDLC
- ServiceNow
- XP
- Microsoft Teams
Timeline
Senior Scrum Master
AT&T
08.2009 - Current
Project Manager
AT&T
04.2005 - 08.2009
Software Release Manager and Software Developer
AT&T
10.1998 - 04.2005
Assistant to the Billing VP
AT&T
01.1997 - 06.1998
R&D Project Manager
Ultratech Stepper
09.1996 - 01.1997
Administrative Assistant/Presentation Specialist
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
03.1995 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
University of San Francisco