Scrum Master

Job Description

Job Description

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in complex, enterprise-level environments, demonstrating a strong track record of leading high-performing agile teams, excellence in stakeholder management, and deep understanding of value stream optimization. Your background should showcase exceptional adaptability, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills, complemented by demonstrated expertise in leading large-scale agile transformations and driving measurable delivery improvements. This role offers the opportunity to shape how my client delivers value while working with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, global environment.

Your Role:

As a Senior Scrum Master, you will focus on the following key areas:

• Value Stream Leadership

• Ceremony Facilitation & Team Enablement

• Flow Optimization & Metrics Management

• Coaching & Mentorship

• Stakeholder Management

• Technical Excellence

About You:

• Leadership & Transformation Experience

  • 7+ years of IT delivery experience, with 5+ years in Scrum Master roles

  • Proven track record leading multiple agile teams in complex environments

  • Demonstrated experience implementing value stream management practices

  • Strong history of mentoring junior Scrum Masters and delivery teams

  • Experience driving organizational change and agile transformation

  • Financial services industry experience strongly preferred

• Certifications & Education

  • Advanced Scrum Master certification required (PSM II, CSP-SM, or equivalent)

  • Scaled Agile certification required (SAFe SPC, LeSS Practitioner, or equivalent)

  • Value Stream Management certification preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field

  • Continuous learning mindset with commitment to professional development

• Technical Excellence

  • Expert-level proficiency in enterprise agile tools (Jira, Confluence, Portfolio Management)

  • Strong understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD principles

  • Experience implementing flow metrics and value stream analytics

  • Knowledge of Cloud Service Providers

  • Proven ability to guide teams in technical practice improvement

• Delivery Capabilities

  • Demonstrated success in implementing flow-based delivery methods

  • Experience with value stream mapping and optimization

  • Strong track record of removing organizational impediments

  • Expertise in scaled agile frameworks and practices

  • Proven ability to drive measurable delivery improvements

• Essential Skills

  • Outstanding stakeholder management and communication abilities

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

  • Excellence in coaching and mentoring

  • Proven negotiation and conflict resolution skills

  • Ability to influence without direct authority

  • Strategic thinking with practical execution focus