Scrum Master IV

PTR Global; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Part time

Job summary

PTR Global is seeking a Scrum Master IV to lead Agile practices across the organization in Houston. You will facilitate sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups, and maintain metrics to track progress.

You will mentor teams, develop training materials, and drive enterprise-scale Agile transformation while collaborating with IT and business units. This contract role emphasizes accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• CSM/CSPO Certification or PMI-ACP preferred.
• Proficiency in Scrum practices and Agile methodologies.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills at all organizational levels.
• Data-driven mindset with metrics and reporting experience.
• Experience in scaling Agile across enterprise.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Proactive change agent for Agile transformation.
• High energy and ability to inspire others.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of Agile processes, principles, and practices.
• Lead the scaling of Agile from team level to enterprise level.
• Act as a change agent, supporting teams and individuals in their Agile journey.
• Provide hands-on team guidance, support, and coaching to enhance Agile maturity.
• Develop and deliver training materials to promote Agile practices across the organization.
• Support Agile teams in creating playbooks and establishing consistent best practices.
• Collaborate with non-Agile teams to educate and support them during the transformation.
• Define and track metrics to measure program progress and team performance.
• Mentor team members to advance their skills and career growth.
• Build trust and foster collaboration across business and IT divisions.
• Perform ongoing assessments of teams' Scrum maturity and provide tailored support.
• Advise on dependency management techniques and drive organizational road mapping.
• Encourage continuous improvement, innovation, and Agile adoption at all levels.

Skills

Scrum Mastery

Agile coaching

Facilitation

Metrics & reporting

Stakeholder collaboration

Change agent

Training development

Conflict resolution

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

CSM/CSPO Certification or PMI-ACP preferred

Job description

Position: Scrum Master IV
Location: Houston, Texas
Duration: Contract
Job ID: 179479

Job Overview

As a Scrum Master IV, you will play a pivotal role in defining, developing, implementing, and continuously improving Agile practices, with a focus on Scrum, within the organization. You will facilitate sprint planning, retrospectives, daily stand-ups, and maintain metrics that help teams track their progress. This role involves resolving impediments, fostering an environment of continuous improvement, and driving Agile transformation across the organization. Your leadership will promote accountability, transparency, and collaboration at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the adoption, implementation, and sustainability of Agile processes, principles, and practices.
• Lead the scaling of Agile from team level to enterprise level.
• Act as a change agent, supporting teams and individuals in their Agile journey.
• Provide hands-on team guidance, support, and coaching to enhance Agile maturity.
• Develop and deliver training materials to promote Agile practices across the organization.
• Support Agile teams in creating playbooks and establishing consistent best practices.
• Collaborate with non-Agile teams to educate and support them during the transformation.
• Define and track metrics to measure program progress and team performance.
• Mentor team members to advance their skills and career growth.
• Build trust and foster collaboration across business and IT divisions.
• Perform ongoing assessments of teams' Scrum maturity and provide tailored support.
• Advise on dependency management techniques and drive organizational road mapping.
• Encourage continuous improvement, innovation, and Agile adoption at all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• CSM/CSPO Certification or PMI-ACP preferred.
• Proficiency in Scrum practices and common Agile methodologies.
• Proven ability to build effective partnerships across diverse groups and locations.
• Strong aptitude for learning and leveraging technology for teaching and research.
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage all organizational levels.
• Assertive and capable of ensuring adherence to Agile/Scrum principles.
• High-energy, enthusiastic, and able to inspire others.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning new tools and techniques.
• Experience in managing with metrics and fostering a data-driven decision-making culture.
• Deep understanding of iterative development and software development processes.
• Outstanding conflict resolution and consensus-building skills.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, including experience in professional community events.

About PTR Global

PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. PTR Global has become one of the largest providers in its industry, with over 5000 professionals providing services across the U.S. and Canada. For more information visit www.ptrglobal.com

Pay Range

$65- $68/hr on W2

The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.

During the hiring process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in evaluating information related to your application. These tools may help analyze job-related qualifications or assist recruiters in reviewing applications and interview responses. AI-generated information is one factor considered in our hiring process. Final employment decisions are made by qualified hiring personnel and are not based solely on AI-generated recommendations.