Scrum Master 2

Allied Benefit Systems • Chicago, IL

102d • $100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

As a Scrum Master II you will be expected to coordinate cross-functional Agile development teams utilizing the principles and tools of the Scrum Framework. Support self-organized teams to complete Scrum projects while removing blockers and facilitating daily stand-ups. Coordinate sprint reviews, retrospectives, grooming and planning. In addition, you will be expected to track progress, escalate appropriately, and maintain schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, information technology, or related field or equivalent work experience required.
• 2 to 4 years of experience as a scrum master required.
• Certified scrum master.
• Working knowledge of agile methodology, techniques, and frameworks, such as Scrum or Kanban, to deliver solutions.
• Facilitating daily Scrums.
• Running Sprint planning meetings.
• Minuting feedback meetings or Sprint reviews.
• Running retrospectives.
• Administering the Scrum Board.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or Jira.
• Consulting internally.
• Analyzing burndown charts.
• Managing and eliminating roadblocks.
• Leadership and management experience.
• Excellent people and project management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Using agile methodology values, principles, and practices to plan, manage, and deliver solutions.
• Training, mentoring, and supporting scrum teams to follow agile values, principles, and practices.
• Determining and managing tasks, issues, risks, and action items.
• Scheduling and facilitating scrum events, meetings, and decision-making processes.
• Monitoring progress and performance and helping teams to make improvements.
• Planning and organizing demos and product/system testing.
• Ensuring the proper use of collaborative processes and removing impediments for the scrum team.
• Tracking project processes, deliverables, and financials.
• Preparing and presenting status reports to stakeholders.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• EAP
• Technology Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees