Scrum Master

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. Apply agile scrum methodologies to drive product delivery from initiation through implementation .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Agile methodologies and Scrum practices, effectively facilitating Scrum ceremonies and managing project delivery. Proven ability to communicate project status, manage risks, and improve team dynamics while supporting IT project management.

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Scrum Master CertificationAgile MethodologiesSDLC UnderstandingAzure DevOps ExperienceIT Project Management

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Hard Skills

Agile Scrum MethodologiesProject ManagementBacklog PlanningSprint PlanningVelocity MonitoringRisk MitigationData Engineering SupportETL Concepts FamiliarityScrum Ceremonies FacilitationRelease Planning

Soft Skills

Proactive PlannerServant LeaderProblem SolverEffective CommunicatorTeam Player

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOps

Certifications & Qualifications

Scrum Master CertificationSAFe CertificationXP Certification

Industry Keywords

Information TechnologyScrum EnvironmentProject DeliveryChange ManagementSoftware Development Lifecycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureETLSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply agile scrum methodologies to drive product delivery from initiation through implementation
Serve as Scrum Master for multiple teams and coordinate Sprints and statuses with other Scrum Masters
Lead backlog planning, daily scrums, stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and project meetings
Monitor project progress, velocity, sprint commitments, and resolve team issues
Follow Agile methodologies and keep teams on track
Work with Business Analysts and the EPMO to develop project specifications, manage project plans, and execute plans with teams
Communicate and document sprint status, burn-down, and strategic recommendations to team members and senior management
Create and maintain sprint dashboards and update required data
Escalate issues and risks through appropriate channels
Support and coach the Product Owner and maintain collaborative relationships
Communicate with the global community and identify and remove impediments
Coach teams toward goals and commitments by improving quality, predictability, flow, and velocity
Improve Agile practices and processes within teams
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including daily standups, backlog refinement, sprint planning, team demos, and retrospectives
Facilitate Scrum of Scrums across multiple Scrum teams and organizations
Facilitate release planning sessions and manage the release process
Coordinate changes and releases with Change Management and Product Support according to SDLC and ESSA processes
Improve team dynamics, performance, and conflict management while applying lean Agile and Scrum principles
Participate with Enterprise Architecture and Senior Managers in defining SOPs
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid understanding for SDLC (required)
Proactive Planner and Proactive Risk mitigator (required)
Solid understanding of IT project management
Bachelor’s Degree
5+ years of experience in information technology (IT) project management or scrum master on IT projects
3+ years of experience in a Scrum environment
Scrum Master certification (required) (SAFe or XP)
Experience supporting data or data engineering teams (preferred)
Familiarity with ETL concepts and software development lifecycles (preferred)
Experience using Azure DevOps (ADO) (preferred)
Team Player and Servant Leader
Problem solver and solution finder
Able to clearly communicate in verbal/non-verbal and written forms
Able to build relationships inside and outside individual teams
Able to learn systems to resolve impediments
Able to create plans, organize work, follow processes, and complete work in a timely manner
Valid driver license with proof of insurance
Must be able to lift up to fifteen (15) pounds

Benefits

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