Scrum Master

Apex Systems; Greater Toronto Area; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Scrum Master to join their dynamic team in the Greater Toronto Area. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead Agile projects and foster collaboration within a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for facilitating Agile ceremonies, removing impediments, and ensuring adherence to Agile best practices. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about optimizing project management processes, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and take your career to the next level.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in IT.
• Proven experience in managing Agile projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily stand-ups and sprint planning to ensure Agile adherence.
• Identify and remove obstacles to ensure smooth project delivery.

Skills

Agile Methodologies

Jira

Slack

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Trello

Smartsheet

Job description

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Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our staffing practice has an opening in the Online Retail space for a Scrum Masterwith experience workingwell under pressure, expertise in Jira and slack experience to place at our client.

Location: Toronto/ remote

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Overview

Our Client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Scrum Master to join our Enterprise

Solutions - Caper Retail Project Management (RPM) team. The Scrum Master will play

a pivotal role in fostering team collaboration, ensuring efficient project execution, and

aligning project goals with business objectives to deliver high-quality results. This role

requires a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, excellent communication skills,

and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile Ceremonies: Lead daily stand-ups, war room daily triage, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and practices.
• Remove Impediments: Identify and remove any obstacles that may hinder the team's progress, ensuring a smooth workflow and timely project delivery.
• Promote Continuous Improvement: Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating regular reviews and retrospectives, and implementing actionable feedback.
• Ensure Adherence to Agile Practices: Ensure the team follows Agile best practices and processes, including maintaining the Definition of Ready and Definition of Done.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Act as a liaison between the development team and other stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and priorities.
• Support RPMs: Assist RPMs in managing the project backlog, prioritizing tasks, and defining clear and actionable user stories.
• Monitor Team Performance: Track and report on team performance metrics, such as velocity and burndown charts, to identify areas for improvement.
• Foster Team Collaboration: Promote a collaborative team environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing among team members.
• Manage Project Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and status reports.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role within a software development or IT environment.
• Proven experience in managing Agile projects and facilitating Agile ceremonies.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Smartsheet).
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate issues and develop proactive solutions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Certifications:

- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is required.

- Additional certifications such as Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC) or Project

Management Professional (PMP) are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail technology, operations, or logistics.
• Familiarity with other Agile methodologies such as Kanban.
• Experience with large-scale enterprise software projects and managing cross-functional dependencies.

About You

You are a seasoned professional with a demonstrated ability to lead complex technical

projects. You thrive in high-pressure environments that favor collaboration, innovation,

and attention to detail. You possess a strong understanding of software solutions and

technical frameworks and are quick to adapt to new challenges. You excel in customer

management, adeptly anticipating and addressing complex needs while building strong

relationships.

This role offers a unique opportunity for experienced professionals to refine their project

management expertise while playing an integral role in optimizing our retail partner

integration processes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting and Retail

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