Scrum Master

Scrum Master

Scrum Master experience with in-depth knowledge of Scrum and implementation of Agile Methodologies to multiple teams in large-scale enterprise change projects and programs for a software development team (1-3 years); Knowledge of documented patterns and techniques such as Burndown Team Foundation Server (TFS), and Retrospective formats for filling in the intentional gaps left in the Scrum approach; Experience in one or more of the following Agile methods or frameworks: Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP), Kanban, Agile scaling methodologies (e.g. SAFe); Knowledge of TFS to use as a tracking tool; Knowledge and/or experience with widely successful Agile techniques: User Stories, Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD), Test Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration, Continuous Testing, Pairing, Automated Testing, Agile Games; First level Scrum Master Certification (Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I), Certified Scrum Master (CSM)).

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Refinement, sprint planning, retrospectives, remove impediments as needed, stand-ups, stakeholder meetings, etc.);
• Coach in Agile / Scrum practices and ensure correct use of Scrum process;
• Empower teams to self-manage and self-organize;
• Ensure that the team works closely with product owner on backlog refinement for backlog priority;
• Resolve Impediments in timely manner;
• Resolve team conflicts and shield the team from distractions;
• Identify cross-team dependencies;
• Coordinate and assist the team to create clear and concise epics / stories and sizing / tasking;
• Monitor, track, and communicate team velocity and sprint / release progress;
• Assess the Scrum Maturity of the team and organization;
• Coach the team to higher levels of maturity at a pace that is sustainable and comfortable for the team and organization;
• Facilitate discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution.