Senior Scrum Master - Product-Oriented Delivery

Astralinx Inc; Piscataway Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Astralinx Inc. in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Scrum Master focused on product-oriented delivery. The role is onsite in Piscataway, NJ, with at least three days per week onsite and the first month fully onsite.

You will guide product teams toward faster, more reliable delivery by applying scalable Agile practices and strong coaching. You will collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, and mentor junior Scrum Masters, helping teams adapt from waterfall toward

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
• Proven track record implementing agile techniques across diverse cultures.
• Experience leading product-based delivery teams, including scaled Agile.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead Scrum ceremonies effectively.

Responsibilities

• Help the IT organization in its journey from a waterfall to a product-oriented delivery organization.
• Partner with Product Owner and other key stakeholders to ensure transparency into product delivery progress, challenges, and risks.
• Represent the team at broader planning and coordination sessions (e.g., Scrum of Scrums).
• Independently lead the scrum team to improve collaboration and promote healthy interactions within the team and with external stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship to Junior Scrum Masters and occasionally serve as an Agile Coach for low to medium-complexity Scrum teams.
• Undertake daily follow-ups with individual team members to ensure the goals are being met.
• Maintain objectivity regarding issues and how to troubleshoot them by applying agile principles.
• Support team in determining resource allocations to maintain agile practices and ensure smooth value delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation

Coaching

Agile methodologies

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Certified Scrum Master or higher

Scaled Agile certification

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/CS

Job description

Senior Scrum Master - Product-Oriented Delivery

Job Function: Senior Scrum Master with an emphasis on product-oriented delivery
Job Type: Full-Time Contract. Right to Hire.
Location: Onsite in Piscataway, NJ at least 3 days per week. First one month all days onsite.

Scope of Job

The Senior Scrum Master will play a key role in implementing the long-term strategy across the business, helping product teams deliver better products in a faster, more efficient manner.

Responsibilities

Help the IT organization in its journey from a waterfall to a product-oriented delivery organization.

Partner with Product Owner and other key stakeholders to ensure transparency into product delivery progress, challenges, and risks.

Represent the team at broader planning and coordination sessions (e.g., Scrum of Scrums).

Independently lead the scrum team to improve collaboration and promote healthy interactions within the team and with external stakeholders.

Provide mentorship to Junior Scrum Masters and occasionally serve as an Agile Coach for low to medium-complexity Scrum teams.

Undertake daily follow-ups with individual team members to ensure the goals are being met.

Maintain objectivity regarding issues and how to troubleshoot them by applying agile principles.

Support team in determining resource allocations to maintain agile practices and ensure smooth value delivery.

Required Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master.

Proven track record of implementing agile techniques in different work cultures and environments.

Experience leading product-based delivery teams of varying size and complexity, including in a scaled Agile organization.

Strong skills for leading, educating, and coaching.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies.

Education & Certifications

Certification as scrum master or higher. Scaled Agile certification is highly desirable.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, or similar degree.

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