Our client in Downtown Toronto is looking for a
Scrum Master to join their team for a
4-month contract!
Work Type
- Hybrid (2-3 days per week required in the office)
- Office Location: Downtown Toronto
- Contract Length: 4 months - must be incorporated
Role
As a
Scrum Master, you will oversee the development team and facilitate key Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. Serving as a liaison between the Scrum Team and Product Owner, you will create a safe and productive working environment by fostering open communication and resolving conflicts. In your role, you will also remove impediments that hinder progress, empowering the team to become self-organizing, innovative, and autonomous in decision-making, all while working cohesively as a unified team.
Responsibilities
- Guide and coach the Scrum Team on using Agile practices and principles to deliver high-quality products and services to our customers.
- Elevate the team to a high-performing level by recognizing strengths and areas for improvement and applying appropriate coaching and development techniques.
- Ensure Scrum is understood and that the team adheres to Scrum theory, practices, and guidelines.
- Coach the Scrum team in self-organization, cross-functional skills, and domain knowledge while ensuring effective communication both internally and externally.
- Collaborate with the Scrum Team and stakeholders to influence decision-making and support organizational project or product teams.
- Resolve team impediments in collaboration with other Scrum Masters to enhance the effectiveness of Scrum practices across the organization.
- Work with Agile coaches and Scrum Masters to grow and develop within the role.
- Contribute to the improvement and advancement of Agile practices within the organization.
- Facilitate and support all Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
- Lead and support Agile teams, coaching them through critical departmental initiatives and projects.
- Adhere to policies and procedures to ensure AML requirements are met, when applicable.
Skills And Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Strong familiarity with Agile tools and techniques, with experience in using tools such as Microsoft Azure DevOps considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of software development and testing fundamentals, with an understanding of modern and legacy technologies.
- Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
- Outstanding presentation and leadership abilities, capable of facilitating business meetings and design sessions with diverse teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
- Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills with an emphasis on troubleshooting and critical thinking.
- Creative thinker with a visionary mindset, able to innovate and drive improvements.
- Able to transfer business requirements into actionable processes and explain them to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Able to create clear and concise documentation, including process flows and technical specifications.
- Ability to build strong relationships and foster a team-oriented atmosphere.
Education And Certifications
- Post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration).
- Relevant Scrum Master Certification (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)).
Rate
If you meet 70% or more of the qualifications listed for this position, we strongly encourage you to apply! Are you not yet ready to apply, but interested in learning more about this opportunity? Please reach out to us at info@stackitrecruitment.com for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.