Scrum Master

Synechron•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•$105,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,400+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets. Our challenge We are seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to support multiple Agile teams in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of SAFe principles, solid understanding of the SDLC, and proven experience partnering with RTEs, Product Owners, and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and predictable delivery. Additional Information The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Pittsburgh, PA is $105k - $115k/year & benefits (see below).

Requirements

Experienced as a Scrum Master in Scaled Agile/Scrum environments.
Strong knowledge of SAFe processes and ceremonies.
Solid understanding of SDLC and software delivery practices.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
Experience using Jira, Confluence, or similar Agile tools.
Certified SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) required.

Responsibilities

Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and coach teams on Agile & SAFe best practices.
Partner with RTE, POs, and other Scrum Masters to manage dependencies and support ART-level events.
Contribute to Pre-PI Planning, PI Planning, Iteration Planning, and Inspect & Adapt activities.
Ensure backlog readiness, sprint execution, and adherence to DoD/DoR.
Remove impediments, track team progress, and support continuous improvement.
Promote strong collaboration, communication, and transparency across teams.

Benefits

A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
Maternity & paternity leave plans.
A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
Retirement savings plans.
A higher education certification policy.
Commuter benefits (varies by region).
Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
A flat and approachable organization.
A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.