UKG-Kronos WFM Scrum Master - at Cognizant Pleasanton, CA

UKG-Kronos WFM Scrum Master

Location:

Pleasanton, CA

Technology Solutions is looking for an UKG-Kronos WFM Scrum Master to join our team of IT professionals in a permanent role. Our clients need someone who is skilled in navigating today's digital shift, leveraging cloud and mobile platforms to drive innovation. The role is part of Cognizant’s Enterprise Platform Services (EPS) unit.

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master with experience managing UKG-Kronos Workforce Management (WFM) projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile methodologies, experience with UKG projects, excellent communication skills, and the ability to guide and support our development teams in delivering high-quality solutions.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with the product owner to manage and prioritize the product backlog.
• Ensure that the team adheres to Agile principles and best practices.
• Remove obstacles and impediments that may hinder the team's progress.
• Coach and mentor team members on Agile methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and transparency within the team.
• Track and report on key metrics to monitor the team's performance and progress.
• Coordinate with other teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth collaboration and alignment across the organization.
• Continuously update skills and knowledge to stay current with industry trends and advancements in Agile methodologies.

• Strong facilitation and communication skills.
• Deep knowledge and experience implementing UKG Pro WFM (Dimensions), UKG Workforce Central, etc.
• Deep knowledge of Boomi and integrations between UKG and other third‑party systems.
• Good knowledge of WFM, preferably in healthcare.
• Experience on UKG projects and familiar with execution of UKG projects.
• Knowledge of UKG Pro WFM application will be considered a huge plus.
• Proven experience in the full life cycle of a project, including gathering detailed requirements, developing designs, and delivering solutions.
• Excellent consultative and communication skills to interact with business users and client management.
• Ability to work in complex technology environments requiring multi‑product solutions and product integration of legacy systems.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certifications are preferred.
• Experience in Agile Scrum processes and Waterfall methodologies.

• Annual salary: $138,000 – $162,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, subject to applicable terms.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus paid time off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.