Scrum Master

Data Analysis Inc. • Plano, TX

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Scrum Master supports Agile software delivery by facilitating Scrum ceremonies, promoting Scrum best practices, and assisting assigned Agile delivery teams in delivering high-quality solutions. This role partners with Product Owners, developers, Business Systems Analysts, and stakeholders to remove routine impediments, maintain Agile processes, and foster continuous improvement within the assigned teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience supporting Agile software development teams as a Scrum Master or related role.
• Experience using Jira and Confluence in an Agile environment.
• Working knowledge of Scrum principles and Agile methodologies.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM I), or equivalent Agile certification preferred.
• Experience working within software development or technology organizations.
• Exposure to Kanban or other Agile frameworks.
• Healthcare technology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives for assigned Agile delivery teams.
• Partner with Product Owners to maintain prioritized backlogs and ensure user stories are adequately defined for sprint planning.
• Identify and help remove routine impediments impacting sprint execution, escalating complex issues when appropriate.
• Maintain Agile project information within Jira by updating user stories, sprint boards, workflows, and team progress.
• Track sprint progress, team capacity, and basic Agile delivery metrics, providing regular status updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Promote adherence to Scrum principles and established Agile delivery processes while encouraging collaboration and team accountability.
• Support continuous improvement by facilitating retrospective discussions and assisting with implementation of agreed-upon action items.
• Collaborate with developers, Business Systems Analysts, Product Owners, Project Managers, and stakeholders to support successful sprint execution and delivery across assigned teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level