Scrum Master: TX

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Agile Scrum Master with our client in the financial industry located in Plano, TX. This is a 12 + month contract position.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a servant leader and coach to the Scrum team, promoting Agile principles and values
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Foster effective collaboration and communication within the team and with stakeholders
• Encourage cross-functional cooperation and self-organization, enabling the team to deliver on commitments
• Guide the team in the adoption and implementation of Agile practices, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles
• Help the team understand and embrace Agile concepts, roles, and responsibilities
• Identify and remove any obstacles or impediments that hinder team productivity or the achievement of project goals
• Act as a shield, protecting the team from external distractions
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by facilitating retrospectives and implementing action plans based on identified areas for growth
• Encourage team to experiment, learn, and adapt
• Collaborate closely with product owners, business stakeholders, and development teams to clarify requirements, prioritize backlog items, and maintain transparency
• Keep stakeholders informed of project progress and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Track and report on project progress, velocity, and other relevant metrics
• Provide timely and accurate updates to management and stakeholders

Requirements:

• 5+ years as a Scrum Master, leading Agile software development teams and delivering successful software products
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and the Scrum framework
• Familiarity with other Agile methodologies
• Excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport and motivate teams
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities, with the capacity to convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset, with a focus on finding innovative solutions

Desired skills:

• Proficiency in Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Horizon)
• Familiarity with software development practices and technologies

Pay Range: $68.38 - $76.38

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)
Remote opportunities available

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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