Scrum Master

About This Role

This part-time Scrum Master role focuses on facilitating agile delivery practices within cross-functional teams, coaching them in Agile ways of working, and guiding multiple delivery teams to ensure adherence to agile principles and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) practices. The Scrum Master will also assist the Release Train Engineer (RTE) in synchronizing agile teams, aligning priorities, and driving the delivery of complex systems and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support Agile practices by guiding cross-functional teams in delivering continuous value-based sprint goals, managing inter-team dependencies and collaboration, and delivery risks
• Facilitate scrum events including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Enhance team productivity by removing obstacles and fostering a culture of continuous improvement for successful project delivery
• Facilitate collaboration and communication among team members and stakeholders to enhance transparency and efficient problem-solving
• Coach teams on developing better alignment with business and technology stakeholders, other Agile Release Trains
• Drive the adoption of Agile principles and practices, contribute to professional growth, and stay updated on industry trends to foster a culture of adaptability and innovation
• Act as a change agent and help leaders and teams embrace Agile values such as adaptability, customer-centricity, and empowerment, and support the shift from traditional command-and-control structures to self-organizing, autonomous teams
• Foster a culture of agility and lean thinking by working closely with leaders, teams and subject matter experts to help them understand and adopt agile principles and practices
• Assist team in preparing for PI planning and facilitate quarterly planning

Requirements

• Knowledge of higher education business processes and systems is highly advantageous
• Demonstrated experience in the role of Scrum Master in an IT environment, preferably within a Scaled Agile (SAFe) context
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, practices, and ceremonies, with the ability to guide and coach teams effectively
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills, including conducting effective stand-ups, retrospectives, and other ceremonies
• Proven ability to work in a collaborative and cross-functional environment, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to navigate challenges and facilitate successful outcomes
• Ability to manage stakeholders effectively, cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring clear communication, managing expectations, and promoting alignment between teams and external partners