Lead Scrum Master

Cricket Wireless•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. As a Lead Scrum your tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following: As an experienced professional recognized as an expert in creatively resolving complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions. Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership. Reports to Associate Director Supervisor Key Responsibilities: Scrum Framework Stewardship: Ensuring the Scrum framework is understood and followed. Facilitate Scrum Events: Ensure all Scrum events (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective) occur, are time-boxed, and are productive and purposeful. Coach the team on the value and intent of each event. Team Enablement & Coaching: Guide the Scrum Team (Product Owner, Developers, UX Designers and Content Writers) toward self-management and cross-functionality. Support the team in delivering high-value Increments that meet the Definition of Done. Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning. Remove Impediments: Proactively identify and remove impediments that hinder the team’s progress. Collaborate across organizational boundaries to resolve issues that impact delivery. Flow Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Leverage flow-based metrics (e.g., cycle time, throughput, WIP, aging work items) to help the team visualize their workflow, identify bottlenecks, and improve delivery predictability and customer value. Cross-Team & Stakeholder Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration across multiple Scrum Teams and with business stakeholders. Drive alignment on strategic goals, manage cross-team dependencies, and foster transparency through open, consistent communication with stakeholders at all levels. Supporting Multiple Scrum Teams: Support one or more Scrum Teams, ensuring they are collaborating effectively and consistently delivering value through high-quality Increments. Organizational Coaching: Lead, train, and coach the broader organization in its Scrum adoption. Partner with leadership to remove organizational impediments and support agile transformation efforts. Education: A bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Computer Science or Information Technology is preferred Experience: 5+ years of related experience Preferred Scrum certifications: PSM I and PSM II from scrum.org Supervisor: No Our Lead Scrum Master earns between $128,400 - $192,600 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision coverage 401(k) plan Tuition reimbursement program Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) Paid Parental Leave Paid Caregiver Leave Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected Adoption Reimbursement Disability Benefits (short term and long term) Life and Accidental Death Insurance Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Extensive employee wellness programs Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Ready to join our team? Apply today!

Requirements

5+ years of related experience
A bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Computer Science or Information Technology is preferred

Nice To Haves

PSM I and PSM II from scrum.org

Responsibilities

Scrum Framework Stewardship: Ensuring the Scrum framework is understood and followed.
Facilitate Scrum Events: Ensure all Scrum events (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective) occur, are time-boxed, and are productive and purposeful. Coach the team on the value and intent of each event.
Team Enablement & Coaching: Guide the Scrum Team (Product Owner, Developers, UX Designers and Content Writers) toward self-management and cross-functionality. Support the team in delivering high-value Increments that meet the Definition of Done. Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning.
Remove Impediments: Proactively identify and remove impediments that hinder the team’s progress. Collaborate across organizational boundaries to resolve issues that impact delivery.
Flow Metrics & Continuous Improvement: Leverage flow-based metrics (e.g., cycle time, throughput, WIP, aging work items) to help the team visualize their workflow, identify bottlenecks, and improve delivery predictability and customer value.
Cross-Team & Stakeholder Collaboration: Facilitate collaboration across multiple Scrum Teams and with business stakeholders. Drive alignment on strategic goals, manage cross-team dependencies, and foster transparency through open, consistent communication with stakeholders at all levels.
Supporting Multiple Scrum Teams: Support one or more Scrum Teams, ensuring they are collaborating effectively and consistently delivering value through high-quality Increments.
Organizational Coaching: Lead, train, and coach the broader organization in its Scrum adoption. Partner with leadership to remove organizational impediments and support agile transformation efforts.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone