Senior Scrum Master

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Role Overview
We are hiring a Senior Scrum Master / Agile Coach on a contract-to-hire basis to support two cross-functional product teams focused on front-end customization and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) back-end initiatives. This senior, hands-on role requires strong engagement with Director- and VP-level stakeholders in a fast-growth environment. The initial contract runs 3 months with a clear intent to convert to full-time based on performance, cultural fit, and leadership impact.
Work Model
* On-site Monday-Thursday (required)
* Office presence will be validated during interviews
Key Responisbilities
* Serve as Scrum Master for two global teams
* Establish and mature Agile ceremonies and delivery cadence
* Implement Agile best practices across front-end and MES teams
* Remove blockers proactively; drive transparency and cross-team collaboration
* Support global expansion while maintaining delivery quality
Required Experience
* 6+ years as a senior Scrum Master
* Experience working with Director/VP stakeholders
* Strong Agile coaching background
* Thrives in fast-paced, scaling environments
* Operates independently with strong anticipation of needs
* Global/distributed team experience preferred
Ideal Candidate
* Self-driven, proactive, confident
* Strong servant leader; clear communicator
* Brings structure to ambiguity
* Influences without authority
* Enterprise backgrounds must show startup-level agility
Screening Criteria
* Must work on-site 4 days/week
* Resume must show measurable impact
* Avoid overly process-heavy candidates
* Must demonstrate adaptability, urgency, and accountability
Interview Process
Timeline
* Interviews: Begin next week
* Target decision: Friday the 13th
* Start date: Week of Feb 23
* Compensation: Flexible bill rate; competitive package upon conversion
Contract-to-Hire Success Indicators
* Quickly builds trust
* Anticipates risks

REQUIREMENTS:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Scrum Master in Austin, TX.

Overview:
We are hiring a Senior Scrum Master/Agile Coach on a contract-to-hire basis to support two cross-functional product teams focused on front-end customization and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) back-end initiatives. This senior, hands-on role requires strong engagement with Director- and VP-level stakeholders in a fast-growth environment. The initial contract runs 3 months with a clear intent to convert to full-time based on performance, cultural fit, and leadership impact.

Work Model:
* On-site Monday - Thursday (required)
* Office presence will be validated during interviews

Key Responsibilities:
* Serve as Scrum Master for two global teams
* Establish and mature Agile ceremonies and delivery cadence
* Implement Agile best practices across front-end and MES teams
* Remove blockers proactively; drive transparency and cross-team collaboration
* Support global expansion while maintaining delivery quality

* 6+ years as a senior Scrum Master
* Experience working with Director/VP stakeholders
* Strong Agile coaching background
* Thrives in fast-paced, scaling environments
* Operates independently with strong anticipation of needs
* Global/distributed team experience preferred

Ideal Candidate:
* Self-driven, proactive, confident
* Strong servant leader; clear communicator
* Brings structure to ambiguity
* Influences without authority
* Enterprise backgrounds must show startup-level agility

Screening Criteria:
* Must work on-site 4 days/week
* Resume must show measurable impact
* Avoid overly process-heavy candidates
* Must demonstrate adaptability, urgency, and accountability

Interview Process:
Timeline:
* Interviews: Begin next week
* Target decision: Friday the 13th
* Start date: Week of Feb 23
* Compensation: Flexible bill rate; Competitive package upon conversion

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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