JSR Tech Consulting · 1 month ago
Scrum Master
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
10+ years expJSR Tech Consulting is seeking an experienced Scrum Master for a long-term remote contract position. The role involves collaborating with Product Owners, Tech Leads, and Architecture teams to deliver complex cross-functional projects while implementing Agile/Scrum practices and fostering a collaborative environment.
Information TechnologyInformation Services
Responsibilities
Guide teams and stakeholders on implementing Agile/Scrum practices and values to deliver customer value
Coach teams on maximizing the benefits of self-organization and autonomy
Help teams navigate and fill intentional gaps in Agile/Scrum frameworks
Assess team Scrum maturity and provide coaching to achieve higher maturity levels at a sustainable pace
Identify and remove impediments, or guide teams to resolve blockers by connecting with appropriate stakeholders
Foster a trusting, safe environment that encourages open problem-solving without blame or judgment
Facilitate work completion through collaboration rather than task assignment or directive management
Lead facilitation of discussions, decision-making processes, and conflict resolution
Improve internal and external communication, transparency, and information sharing
Support and coach Product Owners on backlog grooming and maintenance
Apply servant leadership principles and lead by example
Drive software development activities to meet project schedules and timelines
Provide regular status reporting to leadership, proactively identifying risks to budget and timeline
Qualification
Required
10+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years in Scrum Master role
Proven experience managing mission-critical applications in agile environments
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, cross-functional teams, and business partners
Deep understanding of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continuous improvement, empowerment, and transparency
Knowledge of Scrum patterns and techniques including Burndown charts, Retrospective formats, and defect management
Expert-level proficiency in JIRA
Familiarity with additional Agile frameworks: XP, Kanban, Crystal, FDD, JIRA Align
Experience with Agile engineering practices: User Stories, ATDD, TDD, Continuous Integration, Continuous Testing, Pair Programming, Automated Testing, Agile Games
Working knowledge of technologies used by development teams
3+ years managing projects in Marketing Technologies utilizing Content Management Systems and Marketing Automation Platforms
Preferred
Scrum Master Certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent)
Experience with Agile SAFe methodology and scaled agile execution
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Company
JSR Tech Consulting
JSR Tech Consulting provides contract consulting services for business and technology leaders in financial services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Susan Riordan Flynn
President and CEO
Eric Lauck
Client Partner
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