Come work with us not for us!
2nd Swing is a one of a kind forward thinking customer-centric golf retail company. Our employees are highly-valued while working hard in a positive and supportive culture. At 2nd Swing you will find:
- Vast Exposure to the Golf Industry
- A Commitment to Total Well-Being
- Opportunities to Discover Your Fit and Make an Impact
- A Collaborative and Flexible Environment
Position Summary:
2nd Swing is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Scrum Master / QA to join our innovative technology team. This hybrid role is perfect for a leader passionate about Agile methodologies and dedicated to ensuring the highest level of software quality. You will be responsible for guiding a self-organizing development team facilitating Scrum ceremonies and removing impediments while also taking a hands-on role in our quality assurance processes. The ideal candidate will champion Agile principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement all while ensuring our products meet rigorous quality standards before release. This is a full-time exempt and in-office position at our corporate office in Eden Prairie MN.
Responsibilities:
Scrum Master Responsibilities: 70%
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups Sprint Planning Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives.
- Guide and coach the Scrum team on using Agile/Scrum practices and values to delight customers.
- Act as a servant-leader for the team fostering a collaborative trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear of blame or retribution.
- Identify track and help remove impediments or roadblocks for the development team.
- Assist with internal and external communication improving transparency and radiating information.
- Support the Product Owner in maintaining and grooming the product backlog.
- Track and report on key Agile metrics (e.g. team velocity sprint burndown) to help the team understand its progress and improve its performance.
Quality Assurance (QA) Responsibilities: 30%
- Design develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases (manual and automated) to ensure software meets business requirements and quality standards.
- Identify document and track software defects in our bug tracking system (e.g. Jira Azure DevOps).
- Perform various types of testing including functional regression integration and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Collaborate closely with developers and product owners to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
- Participate in backlog grooming and sprint planning sessions to provide input on testing scope and effort estimates.
- Advocate for quality throughout the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) SAFe Scrum Master or equivalent certification
- Excellent facilitation organizational and conflict-resolution skills
- Proactive problem solver with a leadership mindset
- Familiarity with the golf industry is a bonus
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of Scrum Master experience in a software development environment
- Proven experience working with Agile tools like Jira Azure DevOps or Rally
- Familiarity with software development technologies and DevOps practices
- Strong communication interpersonal and documentation abilities
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a desk in an office environment.
Compensation:
- $79000 - $110000 based on previous experience and qualifications.
Full-Time Benefits:
- Employee Programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k with eligible company match
- Health Insurance
- HSA/FSA options
- Discounted Merchandise
- Continued Training and Development
- Work Life Balance