Scrum Master

Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in delivering high-quality products and solutions. The ideal candidate will have 4–5 years of hands-on experience in Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation skills, and a strong understanding of Scrum principles. You will be responsible for coaching teams, removing impediments, and ensuring Agile best practices are followed to drive continuous improvement and delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Guide and coach the team on Agile/Scrum practices and values.
• Work closely with Product Owners to ensure a well-defined and prioritized backlog.
• Remove impediments and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Track and report team metrics (velocity, burndown charts, etc.) to stakeholders.
• Promote transparency and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
• Support Agile adoption across the organization and contribute to Agile community of practice.
• Ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and maintains high levels of performance and quality.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 4–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
• Ability to work with distributed teams and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in software development or technical background.
• Exposure to scaled Agile frameworks like SAFe or LeSS.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong stakeholder management and organizational skills.

Location:

This position can be based in any of the following locations:

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