Scrum Master

UST is looking for a Scrum Master:- Mandatory Areas Must Have Skills - Scrum Master - 10 Years Agile Methodology -8 Yrs of Exp Scrum Practices -8 Yrs of Exp Mandatory if Applicable Domain Experience (If any ) - Retail Domain Must have Certifications - SAFe Agilist or Scrum Master (Good To Have) Location - Pleasanton, CA Onsite Requirement - Y Number of days onsite - 3 If Onsite - Office Address - 6080 Tennyson Pkwy Suite 300, Plano, TX 75024 1. Scrum Master Role: Act as a servant leader and coach to the Agile team, ensuring the team adheres to Scrum practices and Agile principles. Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives. Guide the team in understanding and applying Agile frameworks and methodologies to improve productivity and deliver value. Shield the team from external interruptions and distractions, ensuring focus on sprint commitments. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the team to identify and implement process enhancements. 2. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with Product Owners and business stakeholders to refine and prioritize the product backlog. Remove obstacles and impediments that hinder the team's progress, escalating when necessary. Promote open communication and collaboration within the team and across departments to achieve project goals. 3. Metrics and Reporting: Track and report on key Agile metrics such as velocity, burndown charts, and team performance. Utilize data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and share progress with stakeholders. 4. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on Agile trends, methodologies, and best practices, and share this knowledge with the team. Seek opportunities to enhance your own skills and certifications, contributing to the overall growth of the team. 5. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and issues early on and collaborate with the team to develop mitigation strategies. Ensure that project dependencies and potential bottlenecks are addressed proactively.