We are seeking a proven and dedicated Agile Scrum Master to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to foster collaboration, remove impediments, ensuring the successful delivery of projects, and drive the adoption of Agile methodologies.
You will work closely with the product development team to ensure that the work progresses on schedule, within budget, and to the desired level of quality. Additionally, you will serve as a coach and mentor to our team – helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring that the team is meeting its objectives consistently.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and coordinate Agile Scrum processes.
- Guide and coach the team on Agile Scrum principles and practices.
- Ensure the team works collaboratively and efficiently to deliver high-quality products.
- Work with the Product Owner to groom and prioritize the product backlog.
- Support the team in using agile planning and development tools (Azure DevOps).
- Lead the team to improve collaboration and self-management, promoting healthy interactions both within the team and with external stakeholders.
- Track KPIs and help teams deliver high-quality products/solutions on time.
- Promote continuous improvement through retrospectives, utilizing feedback and KPIs to identify areas of opportunity.
- Identify and troubleshoot obstacles that are hindering the team’s progress.
- Communicate project status, risks and issues to stakeholders.
- Ensure that the team follows the Scrum framework and adheres to Agile principles.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- 3+ years of demonstrated ability as a Scrum Master.
- Strong understanding of Scrum methodologies and Agile principles.
- SAFe certification and Kanban certification are a plus.
