Agile Scrum Master (Closed)

SkillStorm is seeking a Scrum Master for our client in Charlotte, North Carolina. Candidates must be able to work on SkillStorm's W2; not a C2C position. EOE, including disability/vets.

Position Summary:

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including working agreements
• Facilitate scaled planning, aka SAFe, for the team, including Pre Planning/Prep and PI Planning Events and represents the team in Scrum of Scrums / ART Syncs
• Partner with the product manager and product owner, ensure a healthy backlog exists
• Remove impediments to the ability of the team to deliver and keenly focus on the activities and progress of the scrum team
• Perform Risk Management and Mitigation Planning and Dependency management
• Promote/facilitate communication and collaboration within the Agile team to support value delivery and Sprint commitments
• Review team delivery, maturity and performance to identify challenges and improvement opportunities in order to develop high-performing teams
• Mentor junior scrum masters (Scrum Master I)

Required Skills:

• Servant Leadership, detail oriented, capable of working in a strategic environment and managing to deadlines, drives for results.
• JIRA/Confluence proficiency is required
• 5-7 years on agile teams with at least 3 years as scrum master
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to deliver on time, keep team velocity up and manage team satisfaction
• Strong business partnering skills with individuals across the organization in a matrixed environment
• Proficient computer/software skills – MS Office products and collaboration tools (WebEx/Skype, Mural, etc.)

Desired Skills:

• Tool/Process training experience preferred
• SSM highly preferred

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