Sr Scrum Master

An insurance client of Insight Global is seeking a Scrum Master to coordinate with their cross-functional Agile development team utilizing the principles and tools of the Scrum Framework as the Agile Transformation takes place across the organization in release trains across the different lines of business; first supporting teams within Annuity, Life, and the Digital Experience groups. Assuming a servant leadership role, the Scrum Master will support the execution of Scrum projects by identifying and removing impediments to project success. This person should be highly independent and able to effectively lead the requisite Scrum ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, of simple to highly complex projects with minimal supervision. This role is required on-site 5 days a week in Galveston, TX, Albany NY, or Springfield, MO, and offers a competitive salary range between $95,000-$110,000 annually.

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Required Skills & Experience

6+ years of experience serving as a Scrum Master utilizing Agile principles and methodologies

A-CSM or PSM II, and SAFe SM certification qualification or ability to receive within the first six months of employment

Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum practices, frameworks, and techniques (running weekly sprints and stand ups, presenting to executive level stakeholders, etc)

Experience managing large-scale Agile projects utilizing multiple scrum teams and/or release trains

Must have strong communication and people skills and ability to lead teams

Experience in the Insurance industry, preferably within Life and Annuities or Property and Casualty

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

High-Level understanding of traditional project management patterns

Expertise in utilizing PM tools to manage projects, such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project or similar

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.