Senior Scrum Master

Title: Sr. Scrum Master
Location: Houston, TX (hybrid)
Duration: long-term contract
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holder, or Authorized to Work in the US

Overview:
As a Senior Scrum Master, you will play a crucial role in guiding and facilitating agile development teams. Your expertise in Scrum methodology, ADO , metrics , coaching, and leadership will contribute to successful project execution. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor other Scrum Masters, and ensure the smooth flow of work.

Responsibilities:

• Coaching and Thought Leadership:
  • Provide coaching and thought leadership on Agile principles to the team.
  • Embrace and demonstrate the servant leadership philosophy.
• Scrum Execution:
  • Ensure the quality of Scrum execution, including story card definition of readiness and done.
  • Commit to on-time delivery.
  • Work with the Product Owner to balance features and high-quality working software.
  • Facilitate Release (Planning) Workshops.
  • Monitor transparency of release vision.
  • Promote commonly accepted Agile/Scrum practices.
  • Coordinate among the Scrum Team and monitor adherence to Scrum practices.
  • Keep the team focused on current Sprint goals.
• Qualifications:
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM, CSPO, PSM, CSP, PMI-ACP, SAFe).
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or related fields.
  • Desired skills: Kanban, conflict resolution, facilitation, situational awareness, empowerment, transparency, servant leadership, XP, and Agile principles.
  • Experience maintaining team performance metrics, educating the Scrum Team, and driving productivity improvements.
  • Ability to champion quality and technical excellence.
• Agile Practices and Framework Knowledge:
  • Deep understanding of agile methodologies and the Scrum framework.
  • Mastery of agile principles, values, and mechanics.
  • Ability to apply various agile practices effectively, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Facilitation and Coaching Abilities:
  • Exceptional facilitation skills to guide teams through Scrum events and decision-making processes.
  • Act as a coach for the development team, product owner, and the entire organization.
  • Foster an environment of open collaboration, self-organization, and continuous improvement.
• Leadership and Strategic Mindset:
  • Influence organizational change and drive strategic initiatives.
  • Mentor other Scrum Masters and Agile practitioners within the organization.
  • Provide leadership that empowers teams to achieve their goals.
• Conflict Resolution:
  • Effective conflict resolution skills to address team dynamics and challenges.
  • Create a positive and productive working environment by resolving conflicts constructively.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset:
  • Encourage a culture of continuous learning and growth within the team.
  • Drive improvements in processes, practices, and team performance.

Qualifications:

• Certifications: PMP, CSM, CSPO, PSM, CSP, PMI-ACP, SPC, SAFe, ITIL.
• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Education, Business, Engineering, or related fields.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Skills:
  • Kanban
  • Conflict resolution
  • Facilitation
  • Situational awareness
  • Continual improvement
  • Empowerment
  • Increasing transparency
  • Servant leadership
  • XP (Extreme Programming)
  • Agile principles and practices
• Experience:
  • Maintaining and reporting team performance metrics
  • Escalating impediments
  • Educating the Scrum Team on agile practices
  • Driving productivity improvements
  • Collaborating with other Scrum Masters
  • Championing quality and technical excellence

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• ...and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities

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