Job Description:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in delivering high-quality products and solutions. The ideal candidate will have 4–5 years of hands-on experience in Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation skills, and a strong understanding of Scrum principles. You will be responsible for coaching teams, removing impediments, and ensuring Agile best practices are followed to drive continuous improvement and delivery excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
- Guide and coach the team on Agile/Scrum practices and values.
- Work closely with Product Owners to ensure a well-defined and prioritized backlog.
- Remove impediments and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Track and report team metrics (velocity, burndown charts, etc.) to stakeholders.
- Promote transparency and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Support Agile adoption across the organization and contribute to Agile community of practice.
- Ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and maintains high levels of performance and quality.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 4–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
- Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification preferred.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps.
- Ability to work with distributed teams and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in software development or technical background.
- Exposure to scaled Agile frameworks like SAFe or LeSS.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong stakeholder management and organizational skills.
Location:
This position can be based in any of the following locations:
Chennai
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