Data Transformation Scrum Master

Role summary / purpose The Lead Scrum Master is responsible for working with multiple and larger scale teams for Agile-based processes. This role works closely with other scrum masters, product owners, team members, and management in accordance with the Agile framework. The position supports a multi-year data transformation program with a goal of moving the on-premises data warehouse to AWS, running through the middle of 2029. Key responsibilities • Ensure the team is fully functional and productive, shielding them from external interfaces • Exemplify servant leadership and role model situations and behaviors for teams • Remove barriers and impediments preventing the team from completing work • Capture metrics to monitor team and project health (Burn-Down Chart, velocity, etc.) • Mentor team members and promote Agile thinking, ensuring adherence to process • Facilitate estimation activities (story points, Planning Poker) • Maintain the backlog and physical Scrum (task) board in partnership with the team and Product Owner • Ensure artifact quality • Capture and track impediments, risks, and dependencies until resolution • Update team improvement backlog with commitments from retrospectives • Complete and share team Commitment reports and End of Sprint Reports based on demos and Product Owner acceptance • Plan, organize, and develop metrics to assist in sprint planning and sprint management Requirements – education & experience • Graduation from a four-year college or university, or 7+ years of experience in lieu of a degree • 5+ years of experience with project concepts and practices • 3+ years of Scrum Master experience • Scrum Master certification (CSM) Nice-to-have / preferred skills • Experience moving teams and organizations from waterfall to Agile methodologies • Data experience (Jira data) • Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills • Ability to interact effectively with others at all levels of the organization • Ability to make persuasive and informative presentations • Flexibility and understanding that teams may need adaptability in their approach