Scrum master

Apex Systems; Findlay (OH); Remote; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead and facilitate Agile teams across projects. The role requires strong SAFe knowledge, 5+ years of Scrum Master experience, and certs (CSM/PSM/SAFe SSM). Expect collaboration with product owners, Jira/DevOps usage, and a focus on continuous improvement.

The position offers remote flexibility with preference for local candidates in Findlay, OH or San Antonio, TX. Competitive pay and a professional growth pathway are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Scrum Master experience.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of agile practices, SAFe framework, and related techniques.
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, SAFe SSM, or equivalent).
• Experience with Agile tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, or Rally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the agile process, ensuring Scrum adherence.
• Coach and mentor the team on agile principles, practices, and values.
• Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Identify and remove impediments hindering the team from achieving goals.
• Collaborate with the product owner to refine the backlog and prioritize work.
• Ensure the team delivers high-quality products.
• Help the team continuously improve processes and practices.
• Communicate status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.

Skills

Agile practices

SAFe framework

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

JIRA

Confluence

Rally

Job description

• Open to candidates based in Findlay, OH, San Antonio, TX or Remote
• Remote flexibility but prefers someone local to above offices.

Scrum Master

Pay rate – 65.00hr on W2

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Scrum Master to join our team. The Scrum Master will be responsible for leading and facilitating the agile development process and ensuring that the team follows the Scrum framework. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master and possess the necessary qualifications and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the agile development process, ensuring that the team follows the Scrum framework.
• Coach and mentor the team on agile principles, practices, and values.
• Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Identify and remove impediments that are preventing the team from achieving their goals.
• Work closely with the product owner to ensure that the product backlog is well-refined, and the team is working on the highest priority items.
• Ensure that the team is delivering high-quality products.
• Help the team to continuously improve their processes and practices.
• Communicate status, risks, and issues to product owner and stakeholders.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of agile practices, SAFe framework, and techniques.
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, SAFe SSM, or equivalent).
• Experience working with Agile tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, or Rally.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies and practices.
• Knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Kanban, Lean, or XP is a plus.
• Ability to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision making.

Company Culture

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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

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.

Accommodations

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

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Everforth Apex 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. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.