Ursus Inc is hiring: Scrum Master in Pleasanton

JOB TITLE: Scrum Master LOCATION: Plesanton, CA DURATION: Contract to Hire RATE RANGE: $70 - $80/hr POSITION SUMMARY: Our client is seeking a Scrum Master for their Engineering team who is a task master unafraid to drive results and hold people accountable. This role requires a combination of strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to Agile principles. The Scrum Master will work closely with engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of projects and alignment with business goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate Agile Ceremonies: Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and other ceremonies, ensuring they are efficient and productive. • Accountability Enforcement: Monitor team commitments and progress, holding team members accountable for deliverables and deadlines while promoting a culture of trust and transparency. • Agile Coaching: Guide the team in agile practices, fostering continuous improvement and an agile mindset across the organization. • Backlog Management: Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain a well-organized, prioritized backlog that aligns with business goals. • Tool Administration: Manage JIRA and Confluence platforms to track workflows, provide reporting, and streamline collaboration for the engineering team. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of priorities, risks, and progress. • Risk Management: Identify and address potential roadblocks proactively, ensuring smooth sprint execution and timely delivery of projects. • Performance Metrics: Analyze sprint data and other key performance indicators to assess team performance and provide actionable insights.Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, preferably with enterprise SaaS or PaaS teams. • Methodology Expertise: Strong knowledge and practical application of Agile principles, Scrum frameworks, and related tools. • Technical Acumen: Familiarity with engineering workflows and the ability to understand technical discussions, even if not a developer. • Tool Proficiency: Advanced expertise with JIRA and Confluence, including configuration, reporting, and administration. • Leadership: Proven ability to hold teams accountable and manage complex timelines with precision. • Communication: Exceptional facilitation and interpersonal skills, capable of driving alignment across diverse teams. • Certifications: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent agile certification is strongly preferred. IND123