Agile Scrum Master
- Location
- Jersey City, NJ
- Work type
- Full Time · On-site
- Posted
- 2026-09-08
Job description
Facilitate daily standups and other Agile ceremonies as needed
Protect the team from over-committing and scope creep during iteration/sprint planning meetings
Aid in estimation and sub-task creation
Participate in sprint reviews and capture feedback
Conduct retrospectives to identify areas for improvement and create action items for future sprints
Serve as the administrator of the scrum board (e.g., Jira), ensuring cards are up to date
Meet individually with team members and stakeholders as needed to resolve disagreements about process and work styles
Consult with team members and internal stakeholders on how best to work with the scrum team
Provide regular analysis of burndown charts and other portfolio planning tools
Aid the team by eliminating external blockers and managing internal roadblocks through process or workflow improvements
Requirements:
Proven experience as an Agile Scrum Master
Experience with Change Management
Desired skills:
Leadership qualities to lead by serving the team and facilitating their self-organization
Effective and transparent communication skills
Empathy to understand and support the team's challenges
Strong problem-solving skills to manage impediments and conflicts
Adaptability to adjust to the evolving needs of the team and the project
Excellent facilitation skills for meetings and scrum ceremonies
Ability to coach and mentor team members in Agile and Scrum principles
Effective time management to keep the team on schedule and meet sprint goals