Job Description

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Scrum Master with 10 years of proven expertise in Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will facilitate the adoption and implementation of Scrum practices, coach teams to reach their full potential, and drive continuous improvement in delivery processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Agile Coaching: Mentor and coach multiple Scrum teams on Agile best practices, ensuring understanding and adherence to Scrum principles.
• Facilitation: Lead Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives, fostering an environment of collaboration and transparency.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with product owners, stakeholders, and leadership to align on product vision, backlog prioritization, and project deliverables.
• Impediment Removal: Proactively identify and address impediments that may hinder team progress, ensuring smooth workflow and delivery.
• Metrics and Reporting: Utilize Agile metrics (e.g., velocity, burndown charts) to monitor team performance and provide insights to stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement through regular retrospectives and feedback loops, encouraging teams to innovate and improve processes.
• Training and Development: Develop training materials and conduct workshops to educate teams on Agile practices and principles.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other Scrum Masters to align practices across teams and ensure successful delivery of projects.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification (e.g., PMI-ACP, SAFe).
• Proven experience leading multiple Agile teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Confluence).
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in scaling Agile practices in large organizations (e.g., SAFe, LeSS).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD processes.
• Previous experience in a technical background (e.g., software development, IT) is a plus.