Job ID: JOB_ID_1653
Role Overview
The Scrum Master / Business Analyst hybrid role is a critical position within the Fintech sector, specifically designed to bridge the gap between complex financial requirements and technical execution. In the 2026 landscape, this role demands a deep understanding of the trade lifecycle, investment products, and the intricate data flows that power modern financial platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate all Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Act as a servant leader, removing impediments for the development team and ensuring that the Scrum framework is followed effectively.
- Work closely with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document business requirements.
- Translate high-level business needs into detailed user stories and acceptance criteria.
- Manage the product backlog and prioritize tasks based on business value.
Fintech Domain Expertise
The Fintech domain requirement is non-negotiable. Candidates must possess prior experience in:
- Digital wealth management platforms and trading systems.
- Trade lifecycle management and financial data flows.
- Payment processing and regulatory compliance standards.
- Financial reporting and data integrity verification.
Technical Proficiency
- Expertise in Jira, Confluence, and Azure DevOps for project tracking.
- Strong understanding of SDLC and engineering practices like CI/CD.
- Ability to analyze complex data sets and system architectures.
Strategic Impact
The SM/BA will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the product roadmap aligns with technical capabilities and business goals. By managing the backlog effectively and prioritizing tasks based on value and complexity, they will help the team deliver consistent results.
Collaboration and Communication
Communication skills are paramount, as the SM/BA must communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa. The role is based onsite in Chicago, IL, requiring a professional who can collaborate effectively in person with cross-functional teams.
Agile Maturity and Coaching
Beyond the standard ceremonies, the Scrum Master will be expected to coach the team on Agile maturity. This includes identifying areas where the team can improve its velocity and quality of output. By implementing metrics-driven retrospectives, the SM will help the team visualize their progress and address bottlenecks in the development process.
Business Process Modeling
As a Business Analyst, the candidate will engage in business process modeling to visualize current and future states of the fintech platforms. This involves creating flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and data maps to ensure all stakeholders have a clear understanding of the system architecture and user journeys.
Risk Management
In the highly regulated world of Fintech, risk management is essential. The SM/BA will work to identify potential project risks early, from technical debt to shifting regulatory requirements, and develop mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.
Conclusion
This hybrid role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and possesses the unique blend of leadership and analytical skills required to succeed in the modern financial technology landscape.
Special Requirements
Fintech domain must. Onsite in Chicago, IL. 12+ month duration.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $145,000 – $185,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Chicago, IL
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: KK Software Associates
Email: amit.k@kksoftwareassociates.com
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