Scrum Master

Position Title: Scrum Master

Start Date: 3 weeks from offer

Interview Process: 1 interview (panel) - 45 minutes

Job Duration: 12 month contract, possible extension

Location: Hybrid (3x onsite, 2x remote)

Downtown, Houston TX

Project Details: Scrum Master plays a critical role in facilitating the successful implementation and adoption of the Scrum framework within the organization. They are responsible for promoting and supporting Agile principles, and values to enable effective and efficient delivery of high-quality products. The Scrum Master serves as a servant leader, empowering and guiding the Scrum Team and ensuring adherence to scrum principles and processes.

Must Have Skills

• Solid understanding of Agile principles and the Scrum framework with proven experience as a Scrum Master
• Knowledge of Agile techniques such as User Stories, Continuous Integration and Test-Drive Development (TDD)
• Demonstrate effective use of team metrics and work tracking tools, such as Azure DevOps (preferred), JIRA or TFS, for managing backlogs, sprints, and tracking progress
• Managing support tickets and unblocking barriers to keep the team moving
• Proficient in coordinating release management
  
  

Soft Skills:

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and empower teams, fostering a collaborative and self organizing environment
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
  
  

Nice to have Skills:

• Scrum Master certification (e.g., Certified Scrum Master (CSM)) is preferred
• Utilities background
• Tech Background
  
  

Day To Day Responsibilities 2. Coaching and Mentoring: 3. Stakeholder Engagement: 4. Metrics and Reporting: 5. Continuous Improvement: TSG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• Facilitate Scrum Processes:
• Guide the Scrum team in adhering to Scrum practices, ceremonies, and principles.
• Facilitate daily standup meetings, sprint planning, sprint review, and retrospective sessions.
• Remove obstacles and impediments that hinder the team's progress.
• Coach the team members on Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, and selforganization.
• Provide guidance on effective collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution.
• Help individuals and the team continuously improve and optimize their performance.
• Collaborate with product owners, stakeholders, and other teams to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Facilitate collaboration between the development team and product owner to ensure smooth product backlog management.
• Act as a liaison between the Scrum team and external stakeholders, fostering transparency and trust.
• Track and report project progress, sprint velocity, and other relevant metrics.
• Maintain transparency by ensuring accurate and upto-date information on the project's status and progress.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating retrospective sessions and implementing improvements based on feedback.
• Identify and implement best practices to enhance team productivity, quality, and delivery.
  
  

70757