Scrum Master - contract - Columbia, SC

Scrum
Master
Location: Columbia,
SC

Interview Process: One Round of Virtual Interviews 
Duration: 12 Months
Employment Type: Contract
Experience Required: 05+ Years

Candidate
location: Candidate MUST be a SC resident or willing to relocate to SC
prior to starting the role at their own expense.

Project Scope:

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to facilitate Agile Scrum processes and guide cross-functional teams in
delivering high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for
coordinating Scrum activities, removing impediments, and ensuring Agile best
practices are followed throughout the project lifecycle.

This role involves working closely with
Product Owners, stakeholders, and development teams to ensure projects are
delivered on time, within scope, and with a focus on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Facilitate Scrum
ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement,
Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.

·        Remove blockers
and impediments affecting team productivity.

·        Ensure adherence
to Scrum principles and Agile best practices.

·        Promote
continuous improvement through retrospectives and team feedback.

·        Collaborate with
Product Owners to manage and prioritize the product backlog.

·        Track project
progress, KPIs, risks, and issues, and communicate updates to stakeholders.

·        Support Agile
teams in delivering high-quality products within project timelines.

·        Coach and mentor
team members to foster an Agile mindset and a culture of continuous
improvement.

Required Skills & Experience:

·        5+ years of
overall IT experience.

·        3+ years of
experience as a Scrum Master.

·        3+ years of
experience with Azure DevOps.

·        3+ years of
experience leading Scrum ceremonies.

·        3+ years of
experience with database querying and programming.

·        3+ years of
experience using Agile project management tools.

·        3+ years of
experience working in hybrid project environments (Agile & Waterfall).

·        Strong
understanding of Agile Scrum principles and practices.

·        Excellent
communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

·        Ability to manage
multiple priorities and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills:

·        Certified Scrum
Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification.

·        Government
project experience.

·        ERP
implementation or support experience.

Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related
field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified
  Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent Agile
  certification.