Scrum Master on W2

ACL Digital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to facilitate Agile practices within a development team. The role demands effective communication and strong facilitation skills to ensure project delivery. You will coach teams, manage impediments, and support organizational transformation efforts. Requires 2+ years in a similar role, with a Certified Scrum Master credential preferred. This position offers a 6-month contract with the potential for extension in Boston, Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile facilitation role.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification (PSM I/II, SAFe SM).
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and guide the team on Agile principles.
• Identify and remove impediments that block the team's progress.

Skills

Scrum Master experience

Agile methodologies

Effective facilitation

Stakeholder management

Education

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification

2+ years of experience in Agile facilitation role

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Position 6 Months contract with possible extension

Top 3 technical or soft skills

• Soft Skills: A results-driven mind-set, ensuring the team remains focused on clear, timely delivery. Effective facilitation is key, helping to foster clarity, enable decisive action, and maintain momentum throughout projects.
• Embracing a servant leadership approach, actively working to remove obstacles and support the team's growth and maturity.
• Confidently navigating stakeholder relationships across both business and technical groups to drive collaboration and understanding.

• Technical Skills: Demonstrated experience in Scrum and Agile methodologies, with a strong track record of executing projects efficiently.
• Proficiency with Jira and delivery metrics, as well as Confluence for documentation and team coordination.
• Solid understanding of ERP systems, specifically within a Workday delivery context.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Scrum Master to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a servant-leader for our development team, facilitating Agile practices and helping the team deliver high-quality work efficiently. You will act as a coach, mentor, and champion of the Scrum framework, removing impediments and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Coach and guide the development team, product owner, and stakeholders on Agile principles and Scrum practices
• Identify and remove impediments that block the team's progress
• Shield the team from external distractions and scope creep
• Track and communicate team velocity, sprint progress, and key metrics to stakeholders
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Work closely with the Product Owner to maintain a healthy and prioritized product backlog
• Support the organization in its broader Agile transformation efforts
• Facilitate conflict resolution within the team in a constructive and positive manner

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile facilitation role
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification (PSM I/II, SAFe SM)
• Solid understanding of the Scrum framework, Agile principles, and software development life cycles
• Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to identify and remove blockers and manage team dynamics

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps
• Familiarity with scaled Agile frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS
• Background in software development or a technical discipline
• Experience working with distributed or remote teams