BCforward - Chicago, IL

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Chicago, IL
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Agile Scrum Master for an opportunity in Chicago, IL. The Agile Scrum Master will play a crucial role in leading and facilitating Agile practices within the team, ensuring that the Scrum framework is effectively implemented and adhered to. This position requires a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and the ability to coach team members in Agile principles and practices. The Scrum Master will work closely with product owners, stakeholders, and team members to ensure that the team is delivering high-quality software products that meet business needs. In this role, the Agile Scrum Master will be responsible for organizing and facilitating Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. The Scrum Master will also help to remove any impediments that may hinder the team's progress and will work to foster a collaborative and productive team environment. Additionally, the Scrum Master will be expected to track and report on team metrics, helping to identify areas for improvement and ensuring that the team is continuously evolving and improving its processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, with experience in leading teams and delivering complex projects. They should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with diverse teams. The Agile Scrum Master will also be expected to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in Agile methodologies, and to share this knowledge with the team to help drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and facilitate Agile Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Coach team members on Agile principles and practices to ensure effective implementation of the Scrum framework.
  • Work closely with product owners and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
  • Identify and remove impediments that may hinder the team's progress.
  • Track and report on team metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in Agile methodologies.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a Feature Lead developer, with a strong background in software development.
  • Certified Scrum Master certification is required.
  • Experience with Java and Spring framework is essential.
  • Understanding of DevOps culture and CI/CD processes.
  • Experience leading large teams and providing technical direction.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with Agile tools such as JIRA or Trello.
  • Knowledge of banking standards and architecture.
  • Familiarity with cloud technologies and services.

Benefits

  • Major medical insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employer-provided group life insurance
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401k retirement plan
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