The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM) · 5 hours ago
Scrum Master
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$35/hr - $38/hr
2+ years expThe Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM) is seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Master to lead teams in delivering high-quality solutions through effective Agile practices. The role involves guiding sprint and release planning, managing backlogs in collaboration with product owners, and fostering continuous improvement within teams.
Consumer ElectronicsHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Coach teams on Scrum, Kanban, and Agile best practices to build delivery maturity
Lead sprint planning, release planning, retrospectives, and daily Agile ceremonies
Shield the team from external distractions while fostering a servant-leadership culture
Manage and maintain sprint and product backlogs with the Product Owner and stakeholders
Track velocity, burn-down, and other visual metrics to monitor team performance
Provide clear updates on schedules, budgets, risks, and mitigation strategies
Build productive stakeholder relationships and ensure transparent communication
Advise teams on using Azure DevOps (ADO) for performance tracking and analysis
Drive process improvements and promote Agile education across IT and business teams
Qualification
Required
Professionally manages stakeholder relationships in a positive and productive manner
Guides the implementation of Agile practices, ensuring team member and key stakeholder participation
Reports progress to schedules and budgets in a timely and concise manner
Provides timely and concise updates on progress, schedules, and budgets
Clearly communicates risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies promptly
Educates and supports others on business and operational processes
Proactively improves team standards and processes with a 'can do' attitude
Advises the delivery team on using Azure DevOps (ADO) for Scrum team performance analysis
Escalates issues to IT higher management when necessary
Shields the team from outside distractions and interferences
Develops and manages team release plans and sprint plans
Monitors, reviews and maintains the sprint backlog and product backlog in coordination with business product owner and other team members
Assists with internal and external communication, improving transparency
Maintains visual progress metrics indicating velocity, burn-down, etc
Runs retrospectives and drives the team to implement the process improvements identified during those meetings
Provides all support to the team using a servant leadership style whenever possible
Coaches the team on Agile practices and continues to work with the team to build maturity
Supports the on-going education on Agile across IT and its key stakeholders
Familiarity with project management methods, including both Waterfall and Agile
Proficiency with software development management tools, particularly Azure DevOps
Proven project management expertise
Outstanding problem-solving abilities
Skilled in stakeholder and communication management with excellent communication skills
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices
Good skills and knowledge of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency
Effective leadership, coaching and collaboration skills
Demonstrated confidence and professionalism in approach
Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact proficiently with all levels of management and staff
Knowledge of agile methodology and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (preferred CS or business management) or equivalent experience
Preferred
2+ years experience in IT project management, preferably working directly with clients through a full system development lifecycle
2+ years of experience in Agile Methodologies in the Scrum Master role
Certification: CSM (Certified Scrum Master) or ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) certification
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Dependent care flexible spending account
401(k) plan
Voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage
Employee assistance program
Sick leave in accordance with regulation
Company
The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM)
The Computer Merchant, LTD®, (TCM) is a Veteran-Owned, nationally recognized Information Technology & Software Engineering staffing and services firm.
501-1000 employees
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