Scrum Master

Luxoft - Concord, NH

Full-time

Concord, NH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Scrum Master at Luxoft will play a crucial role in guiding Agile teams to deliver high-quality products. This position involves facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coaching team members on Agile principles, and ensuring adherence to best practices in Agile methodologies. The Scrum Master will also work closely with Product Owners and other Scrum Masters to enhance collaboration and efficiency across teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach team members on Agile principles and Scrum practices to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
• Remove impediments that may hinder the team's progress and productivity.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure a well-defined and prioritized backlog.
• Monitor team performance and provide feedback to encourage continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of open communication and transparency within the team and with stakeholders.
• Support the organization in adopting Agile methodologies and promote Agile best practices.
• Maintain relevant metrics to track team progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Work closely with other Scrum Masters to coordinate cross-team initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Proficient in Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, etc.).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with scaling frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS, or Nexus).
• Familiarity with software development practices (e.g., DevOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment).
• Experience in leading workshops and training sessions on Agile methodologies.
• Background in project management or other Agile roles (e.g., Product Owner).
• Knowledge of additional frameworks (e.g., Kanban, XP) and Agile tools.