Senior Scrum Master

Equality Street Inc.

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Posted: 5 hours ago

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to lead and coach Agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. The successful candidate will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, remove impediments, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies. 
 
This is a contract opportunity with 4 days/onsite work requirement in Toronto downtown office location. 
 Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Agile Leadership: Guide and coach multiple Scrum teams in adopting and improving Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban, etc.). </li><li>Ceremony Facilitation: Lead Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Reviews, and Retrospectives to ensure efficient workflow. </li><li>Impediment Removal: Identify and resolve blockers to keep teams focused on deliverables. </li><li>Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a liaison between development teams, product owners, and business stakeholders. </li><li>Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement through metrics, feedback, and Agile maturity assessments. </li><li>Mentorship: Train and mentor junior Scrum Masters and team members on Agile principles. </li><li>Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and escalate issues when necessary. </li><li>Tool Expertise: Utilize Agile tools (Jira, Confluence, etc.) to track progress and maintain transparency. </li></ul> <h3>Requirements</h3>Qualifications & Skills <ul><li>Experience: 5+ years as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role. </li><li>Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM), or equivalent. </li><li>Technical Knowledge: Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices. </li><li>Soft Skills: Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management abilities. </li><li>Mindset: Passion for Agile principles and fostering a collaborative, self-organizing team environment. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Experience in scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus). </li><li>Background in financial services or regulated industries. </li><li>Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous delivery. </li><li>CISSP Certification </li></ul>

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