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Noah Taku

Noah Taku

Dallas,TX

Summary

  • Key Qualifications:
  • Experienced Scrum Master with proven track record of successfully leading teams in developing high-quality software solutions on time and within budget. Skilled in multiple Agile methodologies, stakeholder management and sprint planning. Highly organized in managing complex projects with multiple deadlines.
  • SAFe 5 Scrum Master Certification with 5+ Years of Experience: Empowering organizations to leverage the Scrum Framework for efficient software development and deployment, while aligning business objectives with scalable solutions. A dedicated coach fostering optimal collaboration and communication within agile environments, enabling teams to excel.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Scrum Master

CBRE
, Texas
02.2022 - Current
  • Successfully facilitated implementation of Scrum practices, resulting in 20% increase in team productivity and delivery efficiency
  • Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives
  • Streamlined backlog prioritization and grooming processes, leading to 15% reduction in backlog items and improved focus on high-priority deliverables
  • Improved sprint planning efficiency by reducing time required by 25% through effective backlog grooming and story readiness
  • Utilized JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint to centralize project documentation and communication, enhancing team collaboration and reducing information gaps by 30%
  • Collaborated with product owners, team members, technologists, and other scrum masters to define solutions and drive progress
  • Provided coaching and guidance to scrum team and stakeholders, resulting in 20% increase in adherence to Scrum practices and agile principles
  • Successfully managed Scrum Event calendar, ensuring all meetings were conducted within designated time box, leading to improved time management and on-time delivery of projects.

Scrum Master

PNC
Houston, Texas
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Help team to estimate and plan their work and ensure that they are able to deliver on their commitment
  • Implemented best code practices such as unit and integration testing, code reviews with main technology used been Java
  • Led and facilitated implementation of Scrum methodology for cross-functional team of 10 members, resulting in 30% increase in team productivity within first three months
  • Successfully managed and delivered multiple software development projects with average sprint velocity of 25 story points, ensuring timely completion and meeting stakeholder expectations
  • Coached and mentored team members on Scrum principles and agile practices, resulting in 20% improvement in collaboration and communication within the team
  • Collaborated with Product Owners to prioritize product backlog, resulting in 15% reduction time required for backlog grooming and increased focus on high-value deliverables
  • Utilized JIRA and Confluence to track and visualize project progress, resulting in 25% reduction in time spent on status reporting and increased transparency for stakeholders
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, such as daily stand-up format enhancements and sprint retrospective action plans, leading to a 15% reduction in sprint cycle time
  • Facilitated cross-departmental coordination and communication, enabling seamless integration between development, testing, and deployment teams, resulting in 10% reduction in project lead time.
  • Led sprint reviews and planning meetings to promote full team engagement

Scrum Master

Radah Education Texas
06.2019 - 11.2020
  • Implemented Agile methodologies, improving team productivity by 30% and reducing project delivery time by 20%
  • Mentored cross-functional teams, enhancing team cohesion and performance by 15%
  • Streamlined project management processes, resulting in 25% decrease in conflicts and increased stakeholder satisfaction
  • Facilitated backlog refinement, improving user story readiness by 40% for sprint planning
  • Utilized data-driven metrics to achieve 10% increase in project predictability and on-time delivery
  • Conducted agile training, increasing team members' understanding and adoption of agile principles by 20%.

Project Manager/ Scrum Master

Ecobank
04.2017 - 05.2019
  • Collaborated with RTE
  • Product management and system, architects to understand business epics/capabilities and features
  • Led cross-functional teams, ensuring on-time delivery of key banking initiatives
  • Implemented efficient project management framework, reducing project delivery time by 15%
  • Oversaw successful core banking system upgrade, enhancing operational efficiency
  • Managed $500,000 project budget, achieving 10% cost reduction
  • Fostered strong stakeholder relationships and collaboration
  • Utilized agile methodologies, increasing team productivity by 20%
  • Provided regular project updates and proactive risk management
  • Recognized as "Project Manager of the Year" for outstanding leadership.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety

Assistant Manager

Brasseries
01.2015 - 03.2017
  • Streamlined inventory management, reducing costs by 15% and enhancing supply chain efficiency
  • Implemented a quality control system, reducing defects and complaints by 20%
  • Developed and executed a new employee training program, decreasing on boarding time by 25%
  • Implemented cost-saving measures in procurement, reducing expenses by 10% without compromising quality
  • Optimized production schedules, increasing output by 15% to meet customer demand
  • Assisted in implementing a project management framework, ensuring timely and within-budget project completion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Buea
Buea Cameroon
12.2016

Skills

  • Team building
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Development team trainings
  • Web development technologies
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

  • Certifications:
  • Certified SAFe 5 Scrum Master
  • Skills:
  • Knowledge of various Agile frameworks: Scrum, Kanban Principles, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Lean waterfall, Project coordination, Risk Analyst, SDLC
  • Utilize agile project tool for project tracking like MS Project, Jira, Rally, Zoho Project, Javasript
  • Experienced in Agile techniques: User Stories, Test-driven development (TDD), Continuous Integration
  • Leadership skills, excellent communication skills, strategic planning skills, ability to multitask, effective decision-making skills, time management skills, computer skills, interpersonal skills.

Timeline

Scrum Master

CBRE
02.2022 - Current

Scrum Master

PNC
12.2020 - 01.2022

Scrum Master

Radah Education Texas
06.2019 - 11.2020

Project Manager/ Scrum Master

Ecobank
04.2017 - 05.2019

Assistant Manager

Brasseries
01.2015 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Science - Management

University of Buea

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