Scrum Master

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Job Title: Scrum Master
Location: San Antonio, TX
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Contract Length: 12 Months

Job Ref #: 247676

Plano-area candidates may be considered if exceptionally qualified.

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master with a strong technical background to support up to three Agile teams. This individual will serve as a servant-leader, coach, and facilitator who guides teams in Scrum practices while supporting efficient delivery, technical discussions, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master
• Experience supporting multiple Agile teams
• Understanding of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Solid understanding of Scrum and Agile values, principles, practices, and frameworks
• Strong technical background with familiarity in software development concepts and workflows
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and servant-leadership skills
• Experience removing delivery impediments and addressing technical blockers
• Strong conflict-resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to influence without authority and build trust across teams and the organization
• Experience promoting team self-management, cross-functionality, and continuous improvement
• Familiarity with Agile Metrics Portal (AMP) metrics

Technical Skills

• Jira
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Agile Metrics Portal
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and automated testing practices

Responsibilities

• Support up to three Agile teams
• Lead and facilitate Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives
• Ensure Scrum ceremonies are productive, time-boxed, and effective
• Identify, track, and remove impediments affecting team progress
• Use technical knowledge to understand development workflows and complex technical blockers
• Coach team members in self-management, cross-functionality, Scrum values, and Agile practices
• Provide guidance on Agile methodologies and relevant technical practices
• Promote collaboration among Scrum teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders
• Facilitate effective communication across technical and business teams
• Guide teams in refining Agile and Scrum practices to improve productivity, processes, and product quality
• Protect development teams from external distractions and unnecessary interference
• Assist Product Owners with Product Goal definition and Product Backlog management
• Help ensure backlog items are clear and concise
• Support teams in creating high-value increments that meet the Definition of Done
• Encourage appropriate technical practices, including DevOps, CI/CD, and automated testing
• Help the broader organization understand and adopt Scrum and Agile principles through training, coaching, and advising