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Scrum Master

Chicago, IL, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago

Full Time

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Skills

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Collaboration
UPS
Coaching
Accountability
Training
Apache Velocity
Project Scoping
Development Testing
Continuous Improvement
Business Administration
Computer Science
Business Analysis
Business Analytics
Release Management
Kanban
Agile Management
JIRA
Confluence
Microsoft Azure
Communication
Facilitation
Leadership
FOCUS
Sprint
Organizational Skills
Management
Scrum
Agile Coaching
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Cloud Computing
Agile
Change Management
Software Development
Project Delivery
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Research
Content Creation
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Artificial Intelligence
Privacy

Pivotal
Collaboration
UPS
Coaching
Accountability
Training
Apache Velocity
Project Scoping
Development Testing
Continuous Improvement
Business Administration
Computer Science
Business Analysis
Business Analytics
Release Management
Kanban
Agile Management
JIRA
Confluence
Microsoft Azure
Communication
Facilitation
Leadership
FOCUS
Sprint
Organizational Skills
Management
Scrum
Agile Coaching
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Cloud Computing
Agile
Change Management
Software Development
Project Delivery
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Research
Content Creation
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Artificial Intelligence
Privacy

Summary

Description

Job overview and responsibilities

The role of a Scrum master is a pivotal role in guiding Agile teams to deliver high-quality, business-critical products. Your responsibilities will include facilitating Agile ceremonies, identifying and removing impediments, and coaching both the team and stakeholders on Agile principles and practices. You will be instrumental in cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, empowering teams, and fostering seamless cross-functional collaboration.

Agile Facilitation:
- Guide and support Agile teams by facilitating Scrum ceremonies: Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives
Impediment Removal:
- Identify, track, and eliminate blockers to team progress through problem-solving and escalation
- Partner with leadership and functional groups to resolve dependencies and constraints
Team Coaching:
- Coach team members and product managers on Agile principles, practices, and frameworks
- Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous learning with the team
- Organize and conduct training sessions to enhance team members' skills in Agile methodologies
Delivery Oversight:
- Ensure teams are delivering work in alignment with sprint goals and release timelines
- Use Agile metrics (velocity, burndown, cycle time) to provide insight into team performance and opportunities for improvement
- Support the team and stakeholders in adapting to changes in project scope or direction
Stakeholder Communication:
- Act as a bridge between product managers, developers, QA, and stakeholders
- Provide clear and consistent updates on team progress, risks, and delivery commitments
Agile Maturity & Continuous Improvement:
- Promote and support the adoption of Agile best practices across teams and departments
- Lead retrospectives and drive actionable outcomes that enhance team efficiency and morale

Qualifications

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree
Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering or related field
4+ years in technology development roles (BA, Release management etc..)
Strong understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks
Experience working with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps
Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to lead by example, demonstrating strong servant leadership and a focus on team empowerment
Experience working in a collaborative, cross-functional Agile environment, with a strong focus on delivering value
Ability to manage and resolve conflict effectively, keeping the team focused on achieving sprint goals
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple teams or projects concurrently
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Master's degree
Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Experience as a scrum master, agile coach, or in a similar role within an Agile environment
Experience in an environment involving DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, or cloud-based application delivery
Familiarity with Agile frameworks
Exposure to Agile transformations and change management
Background in software development or technical project delivery is a plus
Demonstrates an understanding of the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and effectively leverages them for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving. Applies critical thinking to validate AI-generated outputs while adhering to company policies related to responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

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