Markel
Scrum Master
Markel, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.
Join us and play your part in something special!The Scrum Master will lead the agile team and development partners through the software development life cycle process. This would include Agile Scrum-based software development, Hybrid Agile based development along with cross functional communication, software technical project management, requirements traceability, source code control, test case management and defect tracking. The Scrum Master monitors the health of the team by managing the implementation improvements as suggested in team retrospectives and having feedback conversations with all team members on a regular basis.
Job Responsibilities
This role will work with development partners to build scalable software and module development lifecycle processes.
Leads team through the Agile SDLCCollaborates with partners to transition the operating model to Agile methodologies and processes, including scrum, Kanban and/or SAFeImplements processes, practices, and tools to allow for multiple paths of delivery by creating simplified, consistent, reusable, efficient and flexible methodologiesRecommends improvements and drive alignment across the organizationInspires others to adopt new processes and improvements based on program retrospectivesCreates & maintains progress information on behalf of the team (Burndown Charts,Sprint Review Packs, etc.)Identifies, assesses and manages risks to the success of the initiativeMonitors costs, timescales and resources used, and takes action where these deviate from agreed tolerancesDefines and manages scoping, definition and prioritization activities for initiatives of medium size and complexityFacilitates input from stakeholders, provides constructive challenge and enables effective prioritization of product backlogInvestigates, manages, and applies authorized requests for changes in line with change management policyDeals with people issues; escalates to Sr. Scrum Master when necessaryLead sprint planning and estimation of stories with their teamsResponsible for organization and facilitating Agile team stand ups, including team retrospectivesAssists the core team members and product owner in removing Impediments that obstruct their team's goals and commitmentsOccasionally required to work late evening and weekends as needed.Education
Bachelor's degree in Business-related field, Computer Science or equivalent experienceCertification
SAFe certified (or other scaled agile frameworks) desirableCertified Scrum Professional®-ScrumMaster (CSP-SM) or Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM℠) certification desirableInsurance certifications or affiliation with industry group a plusWork Experience
3+ years' leading an Agile teamUnderstanding of DevOps, CI/CD, test automation and cloud deploymentExperience with Project Management and Agile collaboration tools such as JIRA, EazyBI, ConfluenceExperience leading team sprint planning and skilled at utilizing numerous estimation methodsWorking knowledge of Agile process and principleswith knowledge of embedded SDLC processValue Proposition: Knowledge of procedures used to demonstrate the ROI of the solutionBasic Project Management: Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the principles, tools and techniques to develop/plan, manage or execute projects or work plans to ensure successful completion (e.g. on time, within budget).Familiarity with design thinking and customer centric designSkill Sets
Excellent written and oral communication skillsStrong organization and time management skillsStrong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong team playerFlexibility and attention to detailsStrong desire for continuous improvementUS Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What's in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
Are you ready to play your part?
Choose
'Apply Now'
to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Caution: Employment scams
Markel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seeking employment in order to steal personal information. Frequently, the scammer will reach out to individuals who have posted their resume online. These "job offers" include convincing offer letters and frequently ask for confidential personal information. Therefore, for your safety, please note that:
All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.
We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to rarecruiting@markel.com.
Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the rarecruiting@markel.com.
No agencies please.
Join us and play your part in something special!The Scrum Master will lead the agile team and development partners through the software development life cycle process. This would include Agile Scrum-based software development, Hybrid Agile based development along with cross functional communication, software technical project management, requirements traceability, source code control, test case management and defect tracking. The Scrum Master monitors the health of the team by managing the implementation improvements as suggested in team retrospectives and having feedback conversations with all team members on a regular basis.
Job Responsibilities
This role will work with development partners to build scalable software and module development lifecycle processes.
Leads team through the Agile SDLCCollaborates with partners to transition the operating model to Agile methodologies and processes, including scrum, Kanban and/or SAFeImplements processes, practices, and tools to allow for multiple paths of delivery by creating simplified, consistent, reusable, efficient and flexible methodologiesRecommends improvements and drive alignment across the organizationInspires others to adopt new processes and improvements based on program retrospectivesCreates & maintains progress information on behalf of the team (Burndown Charts,Sprint Review Packs, etc.)Identifies, assesses and manages risks to the success of the initiativeMonitors costs, timescales and resources used, and takes action where these deviate from agreed tolerancesDefines and manages scoping, definition and prioritization activities for initiatives of medium size and complexityFacilitates input from stakeholders, provides constructive challenge and enables effective prioritization of product backlogInvestigates, manages, and applies authorized requests for changes in line with change management policyDeals with people issues; escalates to Sr. Scrum Master when necessaryLead sprint planning and estimation of stories with their teamsResponsible for organization and facilitating Agile team stand ups, including team retrospectivesAssists the core team members and product owner in removing Impediments that obstruct their team's goals and commitmentsOccasionally required to work late evening and weekends as needed.Education
Bachelor's degree in Business-related field, Computer Science or equivalent experienceCertification
SAFe certified (or other scaled agile frameworks) desirableCertified Scrum Professional®-ScrumMaster (CSP-SM) or Advanced Certified ScrumMaster (A-CSM℠) certification desirableInsurance certifications or affiliation with industry group a plusWork Experience
3+ years' leading an Agile teamUnderstanding of DevOps, CI/CD, test automation and cloud deploymentExperience with Project Management and Agile collaboration tools such as JIRA, EazyBI, ConfluenceExperience leading team sprint planning and skilled at utilizing numerous estimation methodsWorking knowledge of Agile process and principleswith knowledge of embedded SDLC processValue Proposition: Knowledge of procedures used to demonstrate the ROI of the solutionBasic Project Management: Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the principles, tools and techniques to develop/plan, manage or execute projects or work plans to ensure successful completion (e.g. on time, within budget).Familiarity with design thinking and customer centric designSkill Sets
Excellent written and oral communication skillsStrong organization and time management skillsStrong analytical and problem solving skillsStrong team playerFlexibility and attention to detailsStrong desire for continuous improvementUS Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What's in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
Are you ready to play your part?
Choose
'Apply Now'
to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Caution: Employment scams
Markel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seeking employment in order to steal personal information. Frequently, the scammer will reach out to individuals who have posted their resume online. These "job offers" include convincing offer letters and frequently ask for confidential personal information. Therefore, for your safety, please note that:
All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.
We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to rarecruiting@markel.com.
Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the rarecruiting@markel.com.
No agencies please.