Scrum Master

Duties

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other Scrum ceremonies to ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  


• Coach team members on Agile methodologies and best practices to enhance their understanding and execution of the Scrum framework.
  


• Collaborate with Product Owners to prioritise and manage the product backlog, ensuring clarity of user stories and acceptance criteria.
  


• Assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) by coordinating efforts between development teams and stakeholders to validate product functionality.
  


• Identify and resolve impediments that may hinder the team's progress, fostering an environment of transparency and trust.
  


• Utilize project management tools to track progress, report on metrics, and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives.
  


• Negotiate timelines and deliverables with stakeholders while maintaining alignment with project goals.
  


• Promote adherence to Agile principles across the organization by providing training and support as needed.
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role within an Agile environment.
  


• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies such as SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and experience with project management practices.
  


• Familiarity with SQL for data analysis related to project performance metrics is preferred.
  


• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  


• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a focus on team empowerment and motivation.
  


• Strong negotiation skills to facilitate discussions between stakeholders and team members.
  


• Understanding of user acceptance testing processes within software development projects.
  


• Relevant certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) are advantageous.
  

Benefits

• 401(k)
  


• Dental insurance
  


• Paid time off
  


• Vision insurance