Scrum Master

Overview

Within the Engineering organization, the Scrum Master is responsible for managing product development scrum teams and related software. Daily hands-on management of technology activities utilizing Agile and Scrum based software development practices is required with additional responsibilities to include non-technical tasks such as user training, business process reengineering and organizational change. This role requires a wide range of leadership competencies, technical (PM) experience and communications skills. The position operates in a matrix environment, developing multi-talented, cross-functional teams and guiding them through processes that most effectively deliver business solutions.

Education: Bachelor’s degree or relevant equivalent work experience
Experience: Minimum 2 years

Position Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum developing software applications, playing the role of scrum master of more than one team effectively
  
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a technology organization or healthcare organization
  
• Experience with agile tools (Jira, YouTrack)
  
• Certified Scrum Master would be a plus
  
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant equivalent work experience

Role & Responsibilities:

• Leverage significant experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies to lead project teams on a daily basis to the successful delivery of software development related projects
  
• Lead Scrum Teams through the identification and management of risk and support issue resolution
  
• Able to quickly solve complex problems in a challenging, dynamic environment with minimal direction
  
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize and facilitate delivery of multiple initiatives/scrum teams
  
• Responsible for managing team dynamics, morale and motivation while building culture where all members and points of view are respected
  
• Accountable for delivering ‘quality’ solutions that provide desired business benefits and/or solve business problems - ‘on-time’ & within budget
  
• Create and manage real-time visibility of progress for business and technical senior management, product teams and stakeholders
  
• Effectively communicates complex and/or difficult information to both technical and non-technical audiences

Daily Responsibilities:

• Forecast sprint iterations with the Product Owners
  
• Coach individuals in Agile processes and tools
  
• Help teams to clarify goals and activities to be on-track
  
• Keep the teams focused - shield the team from outside distractions and interferences
  
• Ensure the correct use of scrum process
  
• Monitor and eliminate team conflicts
  
• Conduct daily stand-up, sprint reviews and retrospective