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Kforce has a client in Alpharetta, GA that is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead multiple Scrum teams and support the successful delivery of business-critical software development initiatives. This role requires a highly organized and collaborative professional with strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. The Scrum Master will work closely with Product Managers, Engineering teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders to drive Agile best practices, remove obstacles, and ensure successful project execution in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
* Manage and support multiple Scrum teams simultaneously
* Partner with Product Managers, Engineering, and business stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of key initiatives
* Track project progress, identify risks, and drive issue resolution
* Create and maintain project plans, schedules, and status reporting
* Promote Agile best practices and continuous process improvement
* Coordinate resources across multiple teams and time zones
* Monitor project dependencies and proactively address roadblocks
* Ensure accurate Jira documentation, reporting, and time tracking
* Support change management and business transformation initiatives
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders and communicate project updates effectively
* Prioritize competing demands while maintaining focus on business objectives and delivery timelines
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
* Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification required
* 5+ years of Agile Scrum Master and project delivery experience
* Advanced experience with Jira and Confluence
* Proven experience leading software development projects and Agile teams
* Strong business analysis, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
* Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
* Exceptional organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects concurrently
Preferred Qualifications:
* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
* Experience with process improvement and business transformation initiatives
* Background as a Software Development Project Manager, IT Project Manager, Program Manager, Agile Delivery Manager, or Scrum Master
Required Skills:
* Agile/Scrum Methodologies
* Project & Program Management
* Jira and Confluence
* Stakeholder Management
* Risk & Issue Management
* Business Analysis
* Change Management
* Process Improvement
* Cross-Functional Team Leadership
* Written and Verbal Communication
* Organizational & Time Management Skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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