Scrum Master to lead high-performing software development squads

Scrum Master (Software Development / SAFe)

Our client is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead high‑performant software development squads within their Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). In this role you will act as the primary facilitator, ensuring teams deliver high‑quality software while navigating the complexities of a scaled environment. You will serve as a servant‑leader, removing impediments, fostering continuous improvement, and aligning with broader organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies: Guide teams through Sprint Planning, Daily Stand‑ups, Backlog Refinement, and Retrospectives.
• SAFe Integration: Represent the team in ART syncs and participate in PI Planning, managing risks, mapping dependencies on the Program Board, and committing to achievable objectives.
• Software Delivery Excellence: Work closely with Developers and Product Owners to keep focus on the sprint goal and deliver value aligned with the Definition of Done.
• Impediment Removal: Proactively identify and resolve technical or organizational blockers that affect velocity or quality.
• Azure DevOps Management: Maintain data integrity in Azure DevOps, ensuring work items, features, and sprints are accurately tracked in real time.
• Metrics & Transparency: Use Azure DevOps Analytics and dashboards to monitor team health, cycle time, velocity, and progress toward program‑level milestones.
• Coaching & Mentorship: Coach the team and stakeholders on Lean‑Agile principles, guiding the organization toward more efficient delivery practices.

Required Qualifications

• Certifications: CSM (Certified Scrum Master) or A‑CSM (Advanced Certified Scrum Master) required.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years as a Scrum Master within a Software Development environment.
• SAFe Exposure: Solid experience with the Scaled Agile Framework, including participation in PI Planning and ART synchronization.
• SDLC Knowledge: Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, modern DevOps, CI/CD, and quality assurance practices.
• Tooling Expertise: Deep proficiency in Azure DevOps (Boards, Repos, Pipelines) for managing backlogs and tracking progress in a scaled setting.

Core Competencies

• Servant Leadership: Commitment to empower developers and shield the team from outside interruptions.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to bridge communication between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Systems Thinking: Understanding how individual deliverables integrate into the larger software ecosystem.

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