Scrum Master II

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision the Scrum Master I is responsible for helping guide Motions software development teams through the use of Agile/Scrum best practices/principles and ensuring the agreed Agile process is being followed across the various Agile teams. This role assists in creating defining and fostering an environment of transparency and continuous improvement helping Motion Agile teams to achieve their KPIs increase speed and agility and enhance overall outcomes and quality. This role establishes industry best practices relevant metrics/KPIs and implements standards & procedures to optimize and accelerate software delivery across the various scrum teams.

Must be eligible to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

JOB DUTIES

• Plans and manages the development and implementation process of Motions products and services using the Agile project methodology for projects of moderate scope.

• Focuses the Agile team on delivering planned value.

• Guides the team in establishing normalized estimates and helps the team understand how to estimate features and capabilities.

• Facilitate team meetings including the daily stand-up iteration planning iteration review iteration retrospective and other Agile ceremonies.

• Develops a good understanding of the Agile methodology and principles and follows the defined processes and practices.

• Works with the Process Owners in their efforts to manage the backlog and guide the team while facilitating a healthy team dynamic concerning priorities sustainability and scope.

• Coordinates addressing external and internal requests with the development team.

• Adapts existing scrum policies with independent judgement with the goal of ensuring quality and timeliness.

• Guides the team through estimating and forecasting.

• Develops a deep understanding of the Agile methodology and principles and exercises judgment in following the defined processes and practices.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a Bachelors degree and three (3) to five (5) years of related experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES

• Skills and knowledge of servant leadership facilitation situational awareness conflict resolution continual improvement empowerment and increasing transparency.

• Good communication and coordination skills to work in cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of well-documented patterns and techniques for filling in the intentional gaps left in the Scrum approach.

• Collaboration facilitation and conflict management skills.

• Strong relationship-building skills.

• Working knowledge of Agile methodologies.

• Strong presentation skills.

• Working knowledge of Agile methodology.

• Experience communicating technical information to a non-technical audience.

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM) preferred.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage 401(k) tuition reimbursement vacation sick and holiday pay.

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