Senior Scrum Master

247Hire; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Program

Commuter Benefit

eLearning and Ongoing Training

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

247Hire is seeking a skilled Senior Scrum Master in New York, NY to lead Agile projects and promote best practices within a dynamic organization in the technology sector. The ideal candidate will facilitate Scrum processes, mentor teams, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive successful initiatives.

This temporary role offers a chance to work in a vibrant environment, valuing those with a strong technical background and a passion for building high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience as a Scrum Master, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in Scrum team competencies.
• Ability to facilitate Agile projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile projects ensuring adherence to Scrum practices.
• Mentor and coach Scrum teams to achieve optimal performance levels.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to execute initiatives.

Skills

Agile methodology

Leadership

Coaching

Technical understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Scrum Master certification

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Ativo

Job description

Overview

Our client, a dynamic organization in the technology sector, is looking for a skilled Senior Scrum Master to join their team. This temp role offers an exciting opportunity to lead Agile projects and promote best practices. The position is open to candidates with relevant experience and a passion for fostering high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile projects from start to finish, ensuring adherence to Scrum practices.
• Mentor and coach Scrum teams to achieve optimal performance levels.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, delivery leads, and stakeholders to plan and execute initiatives.
• Support the adoption and proficient use of Agile tools such as JIRA and Confluence.
• Monitor team progress, identify obstacles, and implement solutions to improve delivery outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Scrum Master certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience as a Scrum Master, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in Scrum team competencies.
• Proficiency with Agile tools including JIRA, Confluence, and Ativo.

Perks and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning and Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.
• Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.