Project Manager

Photon; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Photon is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to guide agile teams in delivering high-quality products efficiently. You will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, remove impediments, and coach the team on Agile principles to foster a collaborative culture.

Responsibilities include facilitating planning and reviews, resolving blockers with stakeholders, and promoting continuous improvement and effective team performance metrics. This role emphasizes strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, especially Scrum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives).
• Remove impediments and address issues with stakeholders.
• Coach team on Agile principles and continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration within the team and with stakeholders.
• Promote an Agile mindset and Scrum adoption across teams.
• Measure team performance and drive improvements.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Scrum

Communication

Facilitation

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Decision making

CSM/PSM certs

Jira

Trello

Tools

Jira

Trello

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Scrum Master to join our dynamic team. As a Scrum Master, you will play a crucial role in guiding and empowering agile teams to deliver high-quality products efficiently. You will be responsible for facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, and fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies: Lead and facilitate Scrum events such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Remove Impediments: Identify and proactively address impediments that hinder the team's progress, working closely with stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Coach and Mentor: Coach team members on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and continuous improvement.
• Foster Collaboration: Promote effective communication and collaboration within the team and between the team and other stakeholders.
• Promote Agile Mindset: Champion Agile values and principles, encouraging a culture of continuous learning and adaptation.
• Ensure Scrum Adoption: Guide the team in adopting Scrum practices and adhering to the Scrum framework.
• Measure and Improve: Track team performance metrics and identify areas for improvement. Implement strategies to enhance team effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or similar role in Agile environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to facilitate discussions and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Certification in Scrum (CSM, PSM I, etc.) is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a specific domain or industry.
• Knowledge of other Agile frameworks (Kanban, SAFe, etc.).
• Experience with Agile tools (Jira, Trello, etc.).
• A passion for continuous learning and improvement.