Scrum Master with AI

ApTask - Charlotte, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Charlotte, NC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Scrum Master with AI position is designed for an individual who is passionate about Agile methodologies and has a strong background in facilitating Scrum practices. This role is critical in ensuring that the Scrum team operates effectively and adheres to Agile principles. The Scrum Master will be responsible for facilitating all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives. This involves not only leading these meetings but also ensuring that they are productive and focused on the team's goals. In addition to facilitating ceremonies, the Scrum Master will coach the team on Agile and Scrum principles, helping them to understand and implement these practices in their daily work. This includes removing impediments that may hinder the team's progress and fostering a self-organizing environment where team members feel empowered to take ownership of their work. The Scrum Master will also maintain transparency within the team by managing the Scrum board and tracking progress, ensuring that everyone is aware of the current status of tasks and projects. Collaboration is key in this role, as the Scrum Master will work closely with product owners to prioritize backlog items and refine user stories. They will shield the team from external distractions and interruptions, allowing them to focus on their work. The Scrum Master will also be responsible for fostering communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is aligned and working towards common goals. Continuous improvement is a core aspect of the Scrum Master's responsibilities. They will utilize metrics and feedback loops to assess team performance and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, the Scrum Master will facilitate cross-functional coordination and resolution of dependencies, ensuring that the team can work effectively with other teams and departments. As a servant leader, the Scrum Master will advocate for Agile values and principles within the organization, promoting a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint review, sprint retrospective).
• Coach the team on Agile and Scrum principles and practices.
• Remove impediments to the team's progress and foster a self-organizing environment.
• Ensure transparency by maintaining the Scrum board and tracking progress.
• Collaborate with product owners to prioritize backlog items and refine user stories.
• Shield the team from external distractions and interruptions.
• Foster collaboration and communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Continuously improve team performance through metrics and feedback loops.
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination and resolution of dependencies.
• Act as a servant leader and advocate for Agile values and principles within the organization.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile role.
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, values, and practices.
• Strong knowledge of Scrum theory, rules, and practices.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor teams towards self-organization and continuous improvement.
• Experience in conflict resolution, negotiation, and consensus-building.
• Familiarity with Agile tools like JIRA, Trello, or similar software.
• Certification as a Scrum Master (e.g., CSM, PSM) is often preferred.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive problem-solving attitude and willingness to take ownership.