Scrum Master

Apex Systems; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking an experienced Scrum Master III to support Agile teams in the Columbus area. The role is onsite with preferred Columbus location and one day per week onsite within the client footprint.

This contract-to-hire position focuses on delivering complex banking and capital markets initiatives. The ideal candidate will lead ceremonies, coach teams on Scrum, manage dependencies and risks, and collaborate with product owners, architecture, and vendors to ensure timely delivery and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Scrum Master experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience fostering Agile transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile ceremonies: planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach teams on Scrum principles and best practices.
• Drive accountability to meet delivery objectives.
• Identify and escalate risks, blockers, and dependencies.
• Collaborate with product owners, stakeholders, development teams, architecture teams, and vendors.
• Advocate for the team and promote delivery transparency.
• Support process improvements and Agile maturity.
• Coordinate activities across banking technology teams.

Skills

Scrum Master

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Agile methodologies

Job description

Job#: 3056498

Job Description

Position: Scrum Master

Location: Columbus Ohio preferred or within client footprint onsite minimum one day per week

Duration: Contract To Hire

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Scrum Master III to support Agile teams within the Commercial Banking and Capital Markets technology organization. This role is aligned to the organization supporting Commercial products and platforms, including Trade and Broker-Dealer initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong Agile leader who can drive execution, foster accountability, build stakeholder relationships, and navigate complex cross-functional environments. This individual will serve as the voice of the delivery team, proactively identifying risks, managing dependencies, and ensuring successful execution of business and technology initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a Scrum Master who thrives in highly visible, fast-paced environments and enjoys leading teams through complex enterprise programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor Agile teams on Scrum principles and best practices.
• Drive accountability across teams to ensure commitments are met and delivery objectives stay on track.
• Identify, track, and proactively escalate risks, blockers, and dependencies.
• Facilitate collaboration between product owners, business stakeholders, development teams, architecture teams, and vendors.
• Serve as the primary advocate and voice for the team.
• Promote transparency around delivery status, risks, and team performance.
• Help teams understand technical and business dependencies across applications and platforms.
• Partner with leadership to improve Agile delivery effectiveness and team maturity.
• Support ongoing process improvement initiatives and Agile transformation efforts.
• Coordinate activities across multiple teams working within Commercial Banking and Capital Markets technology environments.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Scrum Master experience supporting Agile software delivery teams.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence teams and stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven experience facilitating discussions, driving accountability, and resolving conflicts.
• Ability to challenge assumptions and ask critical questions to improve outcomes.
• Experience managing complex project dependencies and delivery risks.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum framework, and software development lifecycles.
• Experience working closely with technical teams, product owners, and business stakeholders.
• Ability to quickly learn complex business processes and application ecosystems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Capital Markets, Trade, Broker-Dealer, or Commercial Banking experience.
• Experience supporting Trade360 or similar trading and financial services platforms.
• Financial services industry experience.
• Experience working with external vendors and third-party partners.
• SAFe, CSM, PSM, or equivalent Agile certification.
• Experience supporting Agile transformation initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A proactive leader rather than simply a meeting facilitator.
• Comfortable speaking up and holding teams accountable.
• Skilled at stakeholder management and executive communication.
• Able to quickly understand technical environments and application dependencies.
• Adaptable and collaborative while maintaining delivery focus.
• Effective at building trust across development teams, leadership, business partners, and vendors.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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