Scrum Master

Scrum Master

The Scrum Master will be responsible for facilitating a Scrum team to deliver software for the business. The Scrum Master will help guide and coach the team and the organization in Agile practices. They will act as facilitators and process stewards.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Leading by example and supporting the Product Manager and Development Team in their progress toward the iteration and release goal.
• Guiding and coaching the Scrum Team and the organization on how to use Agile/Scrum/Lean practices at the enterprise level.
• Facilitating all team meetings, including daily stand-up, iteration planning, team demo, retros, and more.
• Removing impediments so the team can remain focused on achieving objectives.
• Facilitating discussion, decision-making, and conflict resolution.
• Assisting with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and disseminating information.
• Supporting and educating the Product team, especially on refining and managing the product backlog.
• Coordinating with other Scrum teams, DevOps, Release, PMs, and Leadership teams.

Required skills and abilities include:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, facilitation, presentation, and team-building skills.
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise-level agile practices, including but not limited to SAFe.
• Experience with Jira or other Agile Management tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and address users' needs.
• Thorough understanding of software development best practices and procedures.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.

Education and experience include:

• First-level Scrum Master certification (PSM I, CSM).
• 5+ years' experience working as a Scrum Master for a team.

Physical requirements and working conditions include:

• Frequently required to sit, sometimes for prolonged periods while working at a desk, on the phone, and/or on the computer; type on a computer keyboard; use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk or hear; reach with hands or arms; walk or stand; and perform some repetitive motion activities.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, color differentiation, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The position requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team; and concentrate on a variety of details when faced with interruptions and changing work priorities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.