Scrum Master

Summary

Join Spry Methods as a Scrum Master to lead and mentor development teams working on established and new applications. You will facilitate Agile processes, remove impediments, and foster collaboration. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience leading Agile Scrum teams, a CSM or PSM certification, and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Leadership skills, teamwork abilities, and strong communication are essential. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology and committed to lifelong learning.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in leading Agile Scrum Teams
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification required
• Bachelor’s Degree (ideally in Computer Science or Management Information Systems) or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years of IT work experience as an application developer, business analyst, or project manager
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership of Scrum teams and Agile processes
• Mentor team members on Agile methods and best practices
• Work with Scrum teams to ensure that the principles of the Scrum methodology are protected
• Facilitate communication and collaboration within and around the team (release & sprint planning, user stories, backlog grooming, Agile testing, etc.)
• Identify and remove organization and team impediments and help resolve issues and conflicts – Shield the team from external interference
• Conduct Agile planning meetings, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Report on project velocity, risks, roadblocks, sprint burn-down and project release status
• Promote continuous improvement, help teams to increase productivity, and foster innovation
• Maintain product knowledge to increase efficiency in delivery of all product deliverables
• Keep the project team well informed of changes within the organization
• Effectively communicate relevant project information to team members and stakeholders
• Use independent judgment to identify problems and recommend solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership skills including communication, facilitation, ability to drive a team to improve Team Collaboration
• Ability to develop and foster teamwork and facilitate team dynamics
• Able to gauge team performance and identify areas for growth and improvement
• Able to garner respect and be willing to get their hands dirty to get the job done
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills