Sr. Scrum Master (German-Speaking), Agile KPI Metrics consulting

Big Resourcing; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sr. Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in a remote setting. This role is perfect for someone fluent in German and experienced in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum. You will facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments, and drive continuous improvement while managing workflows with Jira. This position offers the chance to influence Agile transformation initiatives and work with diverse teams across the globe. If you are passionate about Agile practices and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
• Fluent in German and English, with strong knowledge of Agile frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Guide teams on Agile principles and metrics, ensuring adherence to Scrum best practices.
• Identify and remove obstacles that hinder team progress.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Scrum Master Certification (CSM, PSM-I/II)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Location: Remote - Prefer local to Germany

Duration: Part-time consulting

About BigRio:

BigRio is a remote-based, technology consulting firm headquartered in Boston, MA. We deliver software solutions ranging from custom development and software implementation to data analytics and machine learning/AI integrations. As a one-stop shop, we attract clients from a variety of industries due to our proven ability to deliver cutting-edge, cost-effective software solutions.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated Sr. Scrum Master who is fluent in German to lead Agile teams, ensuring smooth execution of Scrum processes. The ideal candidate will facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires strong communication and leadership skills, along with hands-on experience in Agile methodologies and Jira. Will be expert at getting the Agile KPI Metrics from Jira.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guide teams on Agile principles and metrics, ensuring adherence to Scrum best practices.
• Identify and remove obstacles that hinder team progress.
• Track and report on team performance using Agile metrics (velocity, burn-down charts, etc.).
• Act as a liaison between German-speaking stakeholders and the Engineering Managers.
• Support Agile transformation initiatives within the organization.
• Manage and optimize workflows using Jira, ensuring teams effectively track tasks, sprints, and dependencies.
• Leverage Jira reports and dashboards to provide visibility into team progress and identify areas for improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• 3-7 years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
• Fluent in German (B2/C1 level or higher) and English.
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Extensive experience working with Jira, Confluence, or similar Agile tools.
• Certification (CSM, PSM-I/II) is a plus.
• Excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in software development, IT, or digital transformation projects.
• Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, or SAFe frameworks.
• Previous experience working with distributed or international teams.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

BigRio is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. BigRio makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.