Agile Scrum Master

Tech Mahindra; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Sick leave

Job summary

Tech Mahindra in Charlotte, NC is seeking a highly skilled Scrum Master/Agile Coach to guide teams through Agile transformation. A Bachelor's or higher degree is required and 7–10 years of experience in Agile management or coaching.

The role involves facilitating ceremonies, mentoring teams, collaborating with Product Owners, removing impediments, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement with a servant-leader mindset. The company offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field required.
• 7–10 years of experience in Agile project management or coaching.
• Proven track record leading Agile transformations.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Coach and mentor teams on Agile principles, practices, and values to enhance performance.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure a well defined and prioritized backlog.
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team's progress.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance on Agile best practices and frameworks to stakeholders.
• Measure and report on team performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Support the organization in its Agile transformation journey with trainings and workshops.
• Act as a servant leader, fostering trust and respect.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Facilitation

Coaching

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Jira

Trello

Job description

A Bachelor’s or Higher Degree is the minimum entry required for the position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Scrum Master/Agile Coach to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and a proven track record of successfully implementing Agile practices in various environments. This role is crucial in guiding teams through the Agile transformation process, ensuring that Agile principles are adhered to, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Coach and mentor teams on Agile principles, practices, and values to enhance their performance and productivity.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure a well defined and prioritized product backlog.
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team's progress.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Provide guidance on Agile best practices and frameworks to stakeholders at all levels.
• Measure and report on team performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Support the organization in its Agile transformation journey by providing training and workshops.
• Act as a servant leader, fostering an environment of trust and respect.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong knowledge and experience in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in a software development environment.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with other Agile frameworks such as Kanban, Lean, or SAFe.
• Familiarity with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).
• Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Agile Coach (ICP ACC), or equivalent.
• Experience in scaling Agile practices across multiple teams.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7 10 years of experience in Agile project management or coaching.
• Proven track record of leading Agile transformations in organizations.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and project management methodologies.

Full-time

The pay range for this role is CAD115k – CAD120k per annum including any bonuses or variable pay. Tech Mahindra also offers benefits like medical, vision, dental, life, disability insurance and paid time off (including holidays, parental leave, and sick leave, as required by law). The exact offer terms will depend on the skill level, educational qualifications, experience and location of the candidate

“AI tools may assist in the recruitment process; however, all hiring decisions are made by the recruitment team based on a comprehensive evaluation of candidates."

“Tech Mahindra is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We promote and support a diverse workforce at all levels of the company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations also are available in the hiring process for applicants with disabilities. Candidates can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the company ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].”