Scrum Master

Consumers Energy; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

Job summary

Consumers Energy in Jackson, MI is seeking a Scrum Master to guide one to two cross-functional teams in a Hybrid work model based in Jackson. You will facilitate Scrum and Kanban ceremonies, shield the team from impediments, and partner with Product Owners to refine backlogs and align delivery with business priorities.

You will coach teams on Agile values, track progress, manage risks, and maintain Azure DevOps release plans and planning artifacts.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Scrum and Kanban practices.
• Experience coaching teams to higher Agile maturity.
• Proven ability to refine backlogs and plan sprints.
• Effective collaboration with Product Owners and stakeholders.
• Skilled facilitator and strong communicator.
• Understanding of SDLC and IT processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as servant leader for one or two cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate Scrum and Kanban ceremonies and backlog refinement.
• Coach teams on Agile values, principles, and best practices.
• Identify and resolve risks, dependencies, and impediments.
• Maintain Azure DevOps release plans and planning artifacts.
• Prepare status updates and coordinate with leadership.

Skills

Scrum & Kanban

Agile coaching

Backlog refinement

Stakeholder collaboration

Facilitation

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Eng

Tools

Azure DevOps (ADO)

Job description

Scrum Master - Jackson, MI (Hybrid)

Work Location & Onsite Expectations

• This position follows a hybrid work model based in Jackson, Michigan.
• Employees are typically expected to work onsite Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work flexibility on Monday and Friday.
• Business needs may require onsite attendance up to five (5) days per week, including Mondays and Fridays, as determined by project, operational, or organizational requirements.
• Limited travel may be required, primarily to Jackson-area locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a servant leader and Agile coach for one or two cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate Scrum and Kanban ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives, and backlog refinement sessions.
• Guide teams in adopting Agile values, principles, and best practices to improve delivery, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor team progress and proactively identify, track, and help resolve risks, dependencies, and impediments.
• Foster a culture of self-organization, accountability, innovation, and high performance.
• Coach individuals, teams, and stakeholders to advance Agile maturity and organizational agility.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and refine product backlogs and prioritize work.
• Maintain and update Azure DevOps (ADO) release plans and Agile planning artifacts.
• Perform monthly budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Update project management plans and timesheet task assignments.
• Prepare and deliver project status updates, metrics, and presentations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support effective communication and coordination across business and technology teams.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of Scrum, Kanban, and Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of Agile values, principles, frameworks, and delivery practices.
• Experience facilitating backlog refinement and Agile planning activities.
• Proven ability to coach and develop high-performing teams using servant leadership techniques.
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trust and foster effective working relationships with team members and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC), IT processes, and project delivery methodologies.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar Agile management tools preferred.
• Strong organizational, budgeting, forecasting, and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Adaptability, business acumen, and political awareness.
• Business Analysis experience and utility industry knowledge are preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field required.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent Agile certification preferred.
• Additional Agile, Project Management, or Business Analysis certifications are a plus.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.

This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position: $64/hour - $85.71/hour

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K