*Scrum Master*
*Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite Indianapolis, IN)*
*6-month contract-to-hire*
*Pay rate: $32-35hr*
The Scrum Master is a servant leader who coaches and mentors IT development teams to self-organize, self-manage, and deliver value via effective Lean-Agile practices in the Scaled Agile Framework. This role supports and enforces Scrum and quality processes, assists the team in coordinating with other teams on the Agile Release Train (ART), and effectively tracks and communicates status while influencing team progress.
*What You'll Do:*
* Provide Scrum Master support to the Scrum Master organization while preparing to take on full Scrum Master duties for designated team(s).
* Working with 2 to 4 agile teams with a team complexity up to high
* Helps agile teams embrace SAFe Core Values, adopt and apply SAFe Principles, and implement SAFe practices.
* Coaches teams on agile methodologies and processes.
* Leads standard SCRUM ceremonies (Team Sync, Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Mid Sprint Planning, etc).
* Addresses impediments to keep the team focused on achieving their objectives.
* Assists the team in managing interpersonal and cross-team conflicts, adapting to changing circumstances, and identifying opportunities for growth.
* Uses established team metrics, dashboards, and analytical reports to drive improvement and team behaviors.
* Understands impacts that may adversely affect the successful delivery of the business objectives.
* Facilitates preparation and readiness for ART events.
* Obtains/maintains Scaled Agile certification and continually references the framework to define and adopt effective and appropriate processes.
* Promotes and reinforces company’s implementation of SAFe, with particular attention to compliance requirements.
* Collaborates with Team Members, Product Owners, Product Managers, and stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
* Participates and contributes to Communities of Practice, SoS, and other enterprise initiatives that share and advance practical knowledge.
* Coordinates with other teams and maintains open communication to and from the team.
* Prepares and shares meaningful and appropriate information to outside groups, including senior management.
* Proactively identifies and manages cross-team dependencies, risks, and impediments.
* Effectively communicates with impacted parties and escalates immediately if objectives are not being met.
* Protects the team and builds trust with stakeholders.
Minimum education, skills and experience required:
* Prior experience in a Scrum Master role.
* Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
* Detail-oriented mindset with excellent documentation and reporting abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Azure DevOps.
* BS in a technical field or equivalent work experience.
* 3+ years’ experience in an Information Technology role.
* 3+ years’ experience on an Agile team, or in a project management or similar role within an agile organization.
* Demonstrate high level understanding of the Scaled Agile Framework.
Preferred education, skills, and experience:
* Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
* 3-5 years of experience in technology project coordination or support role is preferred.
_Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws._
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,800.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
* Indianapolis, IN 46240 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Indianapolis, IN 46240: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person