Scrum Master

Role: Scrum Master

Location: NYC,NY

Type : Contract/C2C/w2

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and technically proficient Scrum Master with strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, and software development technologies, including Java and Python. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating Agile ceremonies, managing sprint activities, removing impediments, and ensuring effective collaboration between cross-functional development teams.

The candidate should also have hands-on experience or working knowledge of AI-powered tools and generative AI solutions to improve team productivity, automate workflows, and enhance software development processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Scrum Master for one or multiple Agile development teams.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Coach team members on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and continuous improvement.
• Manage sprint backlogs, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Identify and remove blockers and dependencies impacting team productivity.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Developers, Architects, QA, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor Agile metrics such as Velocity, Burndown Charts, Sprint Progress, and Team Performance.
• Work closely with technical teams involved in Java and Python-based application development.
• Understand software development lifecycle (SDLC), APIs, microservices, and application architecture.
• Encourage the adoption of AI-powered tools to improve development productivity, documentation, testing, and project management.
• Leverage Generative AI tools to optimize Agile workflows, meeting summaries, user story creation, and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure alignment between business objectives and technical delivery.

Required Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Java-based application development.
• Working knowledge of Python programming and its application in automation and AI solutions.
• Understanding of REST APIs, Microservices, Spring Boot, and application development concepts.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and CI/CD processes.
• Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, and DevOps practices is an added advantage.

• AI Tools & Generative AI Experience
• Experience working with AI-powered productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and GitHub Copilot.
• Understanding of Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI-assisted software development.
• Exposure to AI tools for code generation, code reviews, test case generation, and documentation.
• Knowledge of Python-based AI/ML frameworks or automation tools is an advantage.
• Ability to identify opportunities to integrate AI tools into Agile delivery processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5–10 years of overall IT experience.
• 3+ years of experience working as a Scrum Master.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Technical background or hands-on exposure to Java and Python.
• Practical experience using AI tools in software development or project delivery.
• Excellent communication, leadership, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM I/II, or equivalent) preferred.