Sr Srum Master

Vertex IT Systems is looking for a dedicated Sr. Scrum Master to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading Agile teams, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact software projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, strong leadership skills, and experience in coaching teams to adopt Agile best practices and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide and coach the team on Scrum and Agile best practices.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Remove impediments and foster a collaborative team environment to maximize productivity.
• Work with the Product Owner to maintain and prioritize the product backlog.
• Monitor sprint progress and ensure deliverables are met on time.
• Help teams adopt Agile frameworks and continuously improve processes.
• Track and report key metrics such as velocity, burndown charts, and team performance.
• Shield the team from external interference and distractions.
• Foster transparency, communication, and trust within and across teams.
• Support the team in achieving a high level of performance and quality.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Experience using Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello, Rally).
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM I or higher).
• Experience working in a scaled Agile environment (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus).
• Background in software development or technical project management.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps practices, and Agile testing methodologies.