ValueMomentum
Scrum Master
ValueMomentum, Erie, Pennsylvania, United States, 16501
experienced
Scrum Master
to guide and support Agile teams in delivering high-quality projects. The Scrum Master will ensure that Scrum practices are followed, facilitate communication and collaboration between team members, and remove any obstacles that hinder the team's progress. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation skills, and a commitment to helping teams continuously improve.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Support the team in following Agile practices and principles, fostering self-organization and accountability. Collaborate with the Product Owner to manage and prioritize the product backlog effectively. Identify and remove obstacles that impede the team's progress and work to ensure the team remains focused on achieving sprint goals. Coach team members and stakeholders on Agile principles, promoting continuous improvement and growth. Ensure clear and open communication within the Scrum team and with external stakeholders. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track team progress and identify areas for improvement. Help the team maintain a sustainable pace of work and ensure the delivery of high-quality products. Foster a collaborative, supportive, and productive team environment. Promote a culture of transparency, feedback, and continuous learning within the team. Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Strong knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile methodologies. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is highly preferred. Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Agile environment. Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills. Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on removing impediments and fostering self-organization. Familiarity with Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Trello, or similar. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and stakeholders at all levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Key Competencies:
Effective team facilitation and leadership. Adaptability and openness to change in a fast-moving environment. A commitment to continuous improvement and fostering a learning culture. Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
About the Company:
Headquartered in New Jersey, US, ValueMomentum is the largest standalone provider of IT Services and Solutions to Insurers. Our industry focus, expertise in technology backed by R&D, and our customer-first approach uniquely position us to deliver the value we promise and drive momentum to our customers' initiatives. ValueMomentum is amongst the top 10 insurance-focused IT services firms in North America by number of customers. Leading Insurance firms trust ValueMomentum with their Digital, Data, Core, and IT Transformation initiatives.
ValueMomentum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
We at ValueMomentum offer you a congenial environment to work and grow in the company of experienced professionals. Some benefits that are available to you are:
Competitive compensation package. Career Advancement: Individual Career Development, coaching and mentoring programs for professional and leadership skill development. Comprehensive training and certification programs. Performance Management: Goal Setting, continuous feedback and year-end appraisal. Reward & recognition for the extraordinary performers.
Scrum Master
to guide and support Agile teams in delivering high-quality projects. The Scrum Master will ensure that Scrum practices are followed, facilitate communication and collaboration between team members, and remove any obstacles that hinder the team's progress. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation skills, and a commitment to helping teams continuously improve.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Support the team in following Agile practices and principles, fostering self-organization and accountability. Collaborate with the Product Owner to manage and prioritize the product backlog effectively. Identify and remove obstacles that impede the team's progress and work to ensure the team remains focused on achieving sprint goals. Coach team members and stakeholders on Agile principles, promoting continuous improvement and growth. Ensure clear and open communication within the Scrum team and with external stakeholders. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track team progress and identify areas for improvement. Help the team maintain a sustainable pace of work and ensure the delivery of high-quality products. Foster a collaborative, supportive, and productive team environment. Promote a culture of transparency, feedback, and continuous learning within the team. Required Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Strong knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile methodologies. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is highly preferred. Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Agile environment. Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills. Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on removing impediments and fostering self-organization. Familiarity with Agile tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Trello, or similar. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and stakeholders at all levels. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Key Competencies:
Effective team facilitation and leadership. Adaptability and openness to change in a fast-moving environment. A commitment to continuous improvement and fostering a learning culture. Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
About the Company:
Headquartered in New Jersey, US, ValueMomentum is the largest standalone provider of IT Services and Solutions to Insurers. Our industry focus, expertise in technology backed by R&D, and our customer-first approach uniquely position us to deliver the value we promise and drive momentum to our customers' initiatives. ValueMomentum is amongst the top 10 insurance-focused IT services firms in North America by number of customers. Leading Insurance firms trust ValueMomentum with their Digital, Data, Core, and IT Transformation initiatives.
ValueMomentum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
We at ValueMomentum offer you a congenial environment to work and grow in the company of experienced professionals. Some benefits that are available to you are:
Competitive compensation package. Career Advancement: Individual Career Development, coaching and mentoring programs for professional and leadership skill development. Comprehensive training and certification programs. Performance Management: Goal Setting, continuous feedback and year-end appraisal. Reward & recognition for the extraordinary performers.