Senior Staff Scrum Master

The TJX Companies, Inc.

. Manage the flow of work throughout the Agile Release Train (ART) .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $116,200 - $151,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum and SAFe, with a strong focus on leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in managing complex projects and stakeholder expectations while ensuring timely delivery and effective communication across diverse teams.

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Agile MethodologySAFe Ceremonies FacilitationJIRA AlignCross-Functional Team LeadershipContinuous Improvement

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Hard Skills

ScrumProject ManagementProgram ManagementSolution Delivery Lifecycle ManagementSDP ControlsMetrics ReviewProduction Deployment PlanningRisk ManagementIssue ResolutionWorkflow Efficiency Improvement

Soft Skills

Advanced CommunicationFacilitationInfluencingNegotiationTeam-BuildingMentoringCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingAssertivenessSituational Awareness

Tools & Technologies

ConfluencePower BI DashboardsAgile Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFe CertificationScrum Master Certification

Industry Keywords

Agile Release TrainStakeholder ManagementProduction ReleasesTeam DynamicsFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the flow of work throughout the Agile Release Train (ART)
Assist teams in clearing obstacles, managing risks, resolving issues, and delivering commitments
Work closely with Product, Delivery, and Engineering teams
Plan, coordinate, and execute production deployments for large epics and initiatives spanning multiple product and shared-services teams
Lead delivery efforts and drive outcomes that improve workflow efficiency across the Global Front of Stores Agile Release Train
Align multiple teams and manage complex initiatives
Drive timely completion of ART-wide commitments
Lead and facilitate SAFe ceremonies at team and ART levels
Lead cross-functional teams delivering multiple concurrent production releases
Lead continuous-improvement activities to drive efficiency and speed to value across teams and the ART
Support team effectiveness by managing outside interruptions and distractions and addressing team dynamics
Review delivery metrics to measure progress and adjust based on learnings

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years in an Agile environment as a Scrum Master, Project Manager, or Program Manager with dedicated Agile teams using Scrum/SAFe
Advanced communication, facilitation, influencing, negotiation, team-building, and mentoring skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and independently
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to be assertive and act as a voice of reason and authority
Deep knowledge of Agile methodology and tools
Demonstrated experience leading and facilitating SAFe ceremonies at team and ART levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder expectations in a fast-paced environment
Skilled in articulating options and recommendations, planning/replanning, and driving delivery decisions
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams through multiple concurrent production releases
Highly effective communication with multiple stakeholder levels and ability to tailor communications to audiences
Ability to lead continuous-improvement activities focused on efficiency and speed to value
Ability to establish an environment where teams are highly effective and manage interruptions, distractions, and team dynamics
Adept at Solution Delivery Lifecycle Management, SDP controls, and Agile management tools, particularly JIRA Align, Confluence, and Power BI Dashboards
Skilled in reviewing metrics, measuring progress, and analyzing and adjusting based on learnings
Situational awareness and ability to identify, address, and escalate issues appropriately
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent IT Delivery skillset/training/experience
SAFe or equivalent Scrum Master certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Associate discount
401(k) match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA
Health care FSA
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid holidays, vacation, sick, bereavement, and parental leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Incentive programs for management
Auto/home insurance discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarship program
Adoption/surrogacy assistance
Smoking cessation program
Child care and cell phone discounts
Pet insurance and legal insurance
Credit union
Referral bonuses
Competitive salary and benefits package
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities