Scrum Master
The Computer Merchant, LTD.
(remote)
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$38 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Backlog Prioritization, Best Practices, Budgeting, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Operations, Business Processes, Certified ScrumMaster, Coaching, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Continuous Improvement, Debugging Skills, DevOps, Federal Laws and Regulations, Kanban, Leadership, Metrics, Microsoft ADO (ActiveX Data Object), Microsoft Windows Azure, Operations Processes, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Backlog, Progress Reports, Project/Program Management, Regulations, Relationship Management, Release Management/Engineering, Risk Management, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, ScrumMaster, Servant leadership, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Sprint Planning, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Vehicle Driving, Waterfall Model of Software Development, Writing Skills
POSTED
18 days ago
JOB LOCATION: Remote
WAGE RANGE*: $35-$38
JOB NUMBER: 26-00181
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Master to lead teams in delivering high-quality solutions through effective Agile practices, stakeholder engagement, and servant leadership. In this role, you will guide sprint and release planning, manage backlogs in collaboration with product owners, and ensure transparency through clear communication of progress, risks, schedules, and budgets. You will coach teams to improve Agile maturity, protect them from external distractions, and foster continuous improvement through retrospectives and performance metrics such as velocity and burn-down charts. Leveraging tools such as Azure DevOps, you will support team performance analysis while promoting best practices across the software development lifecycle. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive collaboration, transparency, and successful delivery across IT and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Agile Leadership & Team Facilitation
Coach teams on Scrum, Kanban, and Agile best practices to build delivery maturity
Lead sprint planning, release planning, retrospectives, and daily Agile ceremonies
Shield the team from external distractions while fostering a servant-leadership culture
Defect Management, Debugging & Quality Advocacy
Manage and maintain sprint and product backlogs with the Product Owner and stakeholders
Track velocity, burn-down, and other visual metrics to monitor team performance
Provide clear updates on schedules, budgets, risks, and mitigation strategies
Agile Collaboration, Communication & Continuous Improvement
Build productive stakeholder relationships and ensure transparent communication
Advise teams on using Azure DevOps (ADO) for performance tracking and analysis
Drive process improvements and promote Agile education across IT and business teams
Required Skills:
Professionally manages stakeholder relationships in a positive and productive manner.
Guides the implementation of Agile practices, ensuring team member and key stakeholder participation. Reports progress to schedules and budgets in a timely and concise manner.
Provides timely and concise updates on progress, schedules, and budgets.
Clearly communicates risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies promptly.
Educates and supports others on business and operational processes.
Proactively improves team standards and processes with a 'can do' attitude.
Advises the delivery team on using Azure DevOps (ADO) for Scrum team performance analysis.
Escalates issues to IT higher management when necessary.
Shields the team from outside distractions and interferences
Develops and manages team release plans and sprint plans.
Monitors, reviews and maintains the sprint backlog and product backlog in coordination with business product owner and other team members.
Assists with internal and external communication, improving transparency
Maintains visual progress metrics indicating velocity, burn-down, etc.
Runs retrospectives and drives the team to implement the process improvements identified during those meetings.
Provides all support to the team using a servant leadership style whenever possible
Coaches the team on Agile practices and continues to work with the team to build maturity
Supports the on-going education on Agile across IT and its key stakeholders
Required Skills:
Familiarity with project management methods, including both Waterfall and Agile.
Proficiency with software development management tools, particularly Azure DevOps.
Proven project management expertise.
Outstanding problem-solving abilities.
Skilled in stakeholder and communication management with excellent communication skills.
Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) best practices.
Good skills and knowledge of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency
Effective leadership, coaching and collaboration skills.
Demonstrated confidence and professionalism in approach.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact proficiently with all levels of management and staff.
Knowledge of agile methodology and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (preferred CS or business management) or equivalent experience.
Preferred Attributes:
2+ years experience in IT project management, preferably working directly with clients through a full system development lifecycle.
2+ years of experience in Agile Methodologies in the Scrum Master role.
Certification: CSM (Certified Scrum Master) or ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) certification.
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
* While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Benefits offered are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and subject to change at TCM's discretion.
About the Company
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The Computer Merchant, LTD.
About TCM
If you would like to…
- Develop your skills
- Improve your earnings potential
- Gain greater control over your career
The Computer Merchant, Ltd. (TCM) has provided Information Technology Solutions and enterprise staffing services to Fortune 1000, mid to small sized corporations, as well as Federal, state, and local governments for over 30 years.
At The Computer Merchant (TCM), we are committed to your professional and financial success. We'll evaluate your background, experience and qualifications, and then recommend contract jobs that are the best match for your goals.
Fast Facts & Recognition:
- 41 year track record of success deploying over 63,000 consultants and core employees in critical positions for Fortune 1000 companies
- Access to over 11 million unique consultants nationwide
- Centralized and dedicated client delivery team
- Supplier Diversity Certification as a Veteran Business Enterprise
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1980
WEBSITE
http://itstaffing.com/