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Scrum Master

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• Job type

Contract

• Location

Virginia

• Profession

Other / tbc

• Industry

Technology & Internet Services

60.00 - $73.00 / hr.

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Scrum Master - Contract - Vienna, VA - $60.00 - $73.00 / hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate / applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's / applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Scrum Master in Vienna, VA.

Role Description

The Scrum Master I work closely with the Product Owner to prioritize and lead delivery of the initiative's capabilities by removing impediments, facilitating team meetings and events, and fostering an environment for high performance. The Scrum Master assures that the continuous workflow of their team. They advocate, adopt and coach their team on lean, agile and scrum practices.

Participate on projects by applying the Agile mythology with minimal complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment on smaller scaled projects. Basic understanding of business, products, and operating environment; Meet general problem-solving needs and assists project teams with moderate complexities and ambiguities.

• Support Agile development methodologies based on iterative development that support the team in Agile / Scrum methodologies, eliminate impediments, and lead the team in efforts for relentless improvement and heightened efficiency
• Attest technology and service delivery roadmap support the solution strategy and are sustainable to meet the needs of the various solutions being delivered on that product
• Work with the teams to progress team goals, utilizing the current Program Increment (PI) Objectives as Iteration Goals
• Continuously help work through goals, scope, and product backlog items are understood and can be fulfilled by team members
• Cooperate with Product Owner, customers, and developers to identify and clarify scope of problems / issues in terms of business / systems requirements and processes
• Support the team's efforts to continuously improve communications and relationships with other delivery teams; represent the team in the Scrum of Scrums (SoS), helping the team remain aware of engagement opportunities and program effectiveness
• Engage in challenging the old norms of development to improve performance in the areas of quality, predictability, flow, and velocity
• Support software development teams in applying the Scrum framework
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Requirements

• At least 3 years of project management experience leading small-scale projects / activities
• CSM and / or PMI-ACP certification
• Experience leading agile development teams and facilitating team meetings in Agile environment
• Applies a Lean-Agile mindset; helps the team embrace Agile core values and adopt and apply agile principles
• Working knowledge of development or operations framework methodologies, including Agile principles
• Strong verbal and visual presentation software skills with the ability to disseminate relevant information
• Proficient in research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective skill in building strategic and execution-focused plans and alliances with partner leadership

Desired Qualifications and Education Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• In-depth knowledge and experience in Banking / Finance / Investments, familiar with terminology, concepts and business processes and systems
• Understanding of the Agile Manifesto
• Knowledge and experience using agile Project Management Tools.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations

Benefits / Other Compensation

This position is a contract / temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.

We also believe that actions speak louder than words.

In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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Salary : $60 - $73