Senior Scrum Master

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in search of a Sr Scrum Master in Houston, TX. This will require a hybrid schedule of 1-3 days onsite.

Summary:
This position is an AI-Driven Scrum Master who enhances team operations by using AI tools, building lightweight workflow aids, and improving delivery flow across engineering and product teams. You will work directly inside Azure DevOps for delivery flow and work tracking, while using M365, Copilot Studio, and other approved AI tools to reduce manual work, surface insights, and support predictable delivery.

Responsibilities:
* Use enterprise-approved AI tools (M365, Copilot Studio, automation platforms) to streamline delivery activities
* Create simple, low-effort AI helpers that automate repetitive preparation tasks such as standup summaries, backlog clarity checks, refinement preparation, risk surfacing, and dependency signals
* Use AI insights to analyze sprint flow (cycle time, throughput, aging WIP, bottlenecks) from Azure DevOps
* Present AI-generated insights that help teams see risks and patterns clearly
* Use AI tools and the Community Development Framework (CDF) to improve story clarity, acceptance criteria, decomposition, and dependency visibility
* Use AI to detect emerging risks early and ensure they are visible and escalated appropriately
* Use AI patterns and ADO signals to improve sprint predictability
* Use AI responsibly following approved prompt, privacy, and data-handling guidelines
* Use M365 and Copilot Studio to generate automated sprint summaries, retro insights, delivery dashboards, risk logs, and leadership updates
* Reduce manual reporting by automating repeatable workflows
* Participate in quarterly planning sessions to align teams on long-standing initiatives and organizational priorities
* Maintain visibility into roadmap commitments and ensure sprint-level delivery aligns with quarterly goals

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years as a Scrum Master or Delivery Lead
* Hands-on experience using Azure DevOps for boards, sprints, and delivery flow
* Experience using AI tools (Copilot, M365-based AI, workflows, or automation platforms)
* Ability to interpret data and AI insights to support better team decision-making
* Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Skills:
* Experience building simple workflows in Copilot Studio, M365, or Power Automate
* Exposure to software delivery environments (product, engineering, QA)
* Awareness of secure development and data-handling expectations
* Experience driving modernization or AI adoption within delivery teams

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.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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