Scrum Master (Scrum, Agile Methodologies, Stakeholder Management)

 
Job Summary 
Synechron is seeking an experienced and inclusive Scrum Master to lead agile teams in delivering high-value projects efficiently. The Scrum Master will facilitate agile practices, foster collaborative environments, and support continuous improvement across teams. This role is pivotal in ensuring that development initiatives align with organizational goals, are delivered on time, and meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will be a servant leader with strong communication skills and a deep understanding of agile frameworks. 
Software Requirements 

Required:

Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally, Azure DevOps) proficiency in usage and configuration

Collaboration platforms (Microsoft Teams, Slack, Confluence)

MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) for reporting and documentation

Preferred:

Agile coaching or training tools/software

Portfolio management tools for scaled Agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS)

 
Overall Responsibilities 

Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to foster collaboration and continuous delivery

Coach teams in Agile principles, practices, and values to improve efficiency and quality

Remove impediments that hinder team progress and escalate issues when necessary

Protect the team from external distractions and manage stakeholder expectations

Track and report on project progress, velocity, and team health metrics

Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure backlog readiness and clarity

Promote a culture of continuous improvement and Agile maturity within teams and across the organization

Support scaled Agile initiatives and coordinate across multiple teams as needed

Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and innovation

 
Technical Skills (By Category) 
Project Management Tools & Methodologies

RequiredDeep experience with Scrum, Kanban, and Agile frameworks required

PreferredScaled Agile Frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Scrum@Scale)

Tools & Platforms

Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally required

Confluence, MS Teams, Slack required

Other Skills

Communication and stakeholder engagement required

Risk management and impediment resolution required

 
Experience Requirements 

5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile coach in software development environments

Proven success leading multiple teams or large projects using Agile methodologies

Experience in fast-paced, dynamic organizations and managing cross-functional teams

Previous experience working within scaled Agile frameworks is preferred

 
Day-to-Day Activities 

Facilitate Agile ceremonies and ensure team adherence to Agile practices

Remove process blockers and guide teams in self-organization

Collaborate with Product Owners to refine and prioritize backlogs

Develop and maintain sprint plans, burn-down charts, and release schedules

Coach team members and stakeholders on Agile principles and practices

Track team metrics, such as velocity and burn-down, and report on progress

Drive continuous improvement initiatives and retrospective actions

Support cross-team coordination and dependencies management

 
Qualifications 

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field

Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), PMI-ACP preferred

Continuous professional development in Agile practices and tools

 
Professional Competencies 

Strong facilitation and coaching skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities

Ability to motivate and empower teams

Adaptability to changing priorities and organizational needs

Ability to build trust and foster collaborative relationships

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

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YNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicants gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .Candidate Application Notice