Job#: 3026222 Job Description: Scrum MasterLocationCleveland, OHHybrid -
3 days onsite per week (preference for Cleveland-based candidates; Buffalo/Albany acceptable)
OverviewWe are seeking a
Junior-Mid level Scrum Master to support an Agile delivery team within a financial services environment. This role supports a squad of approximately
5 developers and 2 business analysts and operates primarily in a
Scrum framework.
In addition to traditional Scrum Master responsibilities, this role includes
light financial tracking and reporting, making it ideal for a Scrum Master who is comfortable working with data, spreadsheets, and delivery metrics.
This is a
contract-to-hire opportunity, with clear salary expectations established upfront to ensure a smooth conversion.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as Scrum Master for an Agile delivery team using Scrum as the primary framework
- Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, reviews)
- Act as a servant leader who helps the team collaborate effectively and continuously improve
- Partner closely with developers, BAs, and product stakeholders
- Work with Jira Align to track work, delivery progress, and reporting
- Support financial tracking responsibilities, including:
- Pulling projections and reports
- Reviewing team spend (fixed vs. flex)
- Performing basic Excel calculations and analysis
- Coordinate with offshore resources during morning overlap hours (no after-hours requirement)
- Help the team grow, mature, and adapt within the Scrum framework
Must-Have Qualifications- 2-6 years of experience as a Scrum Master (junior to mid-level)
- Hands-on experience running Scrum teams (Scrum is the primary framework)
- Experience using Jira Align
- Comfort working with Excel (reporting, calculations, basic analysis)
- Strong communication skills and a charismatic, team-oriented presence
- Ability to work onsite 3 days per week in Cleveland
- Willingness to align on salary expectations upfront for contract-to-hire conversion
Certifications:- Required if closer to the junior end (~2 years experience)
- Optional for candidates with 4+ years of experience
Education:- No degree requirement as long as the candidate can perform the role effectively
Nice-to-Have Qualifications- Experience in financial services or wealth management environments
- Prior exposure to investment or wealth platforms
- Experience working with offshore development teams
- Familiarity with Kanban or SAFe (Scrum remains the focus)
- Background in environments outside financial services (manufacturing, etc.) is acceptable if Scrum experience is strong
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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