Senior Scrum Master
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to lead and coach Agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. The successful candidate will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, remove impediments, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies.
This is a contract opportunity with 4 days/onsite work requirement in Toronto downtown office location.
Key Responsibilities
- Agile Leadership: Guide and coach multiple Scrum teams in adopting and improving Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
- Ceremony Facilitation: Lead Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Reviews, and Retrospectives to ensure efficient workflow.
- Impediment Removal: Identify and resolve blockers to keep teams focused on deliverables.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a liaison between development teams, product owners, and business stakeholders.
- Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement through metrics, feedback, and Agile maturity assessments.
- Mentorship: Train and mentor junior Scrum Masters and team members on Agile principles.
- Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and escalate issues when necessary.
- Tool Expertise: Utilize Agile tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.) to track progress and maintain transparency.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: 5+ years as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.
- Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM), or equivalent.
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices.
- Soft Skills: Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Mindset: Passion for Agile principles and fostering a collaborative, self-organizing team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus).
- Background in financial services or regulated industries.
- Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous delivery.
- CISSP Certification
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