Scrum Master

Senior Scrum MasterThe Scrum Master Senior will be responsible for working directly with a team across the company implementing the client's Agile Methodology. This position requires an experienced ScrumMaster with a strong understanding of and hands-on experience with Agile Methods, including Scrum and preferably IBM’s Disciplined Agile Delivery. This individual will be responsible for facilitating the client's Agile Methodology, practices and ceremonies.When engaging with an Agile Project, the Scrum Master has three overall goals in addition to removing team impediments and facilitating Agile practices:Facilitate the creation of a self-organized, self-managed team that can identify and deliver the work that can be completed in a time-boxed IterationTraining, or support the Agile Coaches training, of the team on the Freddie’s Agile methodology, processes and controlsEnsure the project team adheres to the Freddie Mac Agile Project controlsPreferred Skills:Minimum of Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Agile Certified Scrum Master (PMI-ACP) requiredFive or more years of direct experience in one or more aspects of Information Technology (Software design/ development, IT Architecture or other related IT areas)Two or more years of explicit experience as an Agile Scrum Master of an Agile delivery team, preferably in a variety of situations including large organizationsEffective facilitation skillsEffective coaching and mentoring skillsAbility to thrive in a highly ambiguous, fast paced environment where priorities shift rapidlyStrong problem solving skills and ability to identify win-win solutionsEffective influence, collaboration and negotiation skillsHands-on VersionOne tool experience preferredFreddie Mac will not reimburse Contractor for any travel and related expenses, or any other expenses, for this engagement.Must have 7-10 years of experience in addition to a technical background with software delivery experience.