We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master II to join our team in a 100% remote, 12+ month contract position. As a Scrum Master II, you will provide servant-leadership and mentorship to multiple cross-functional agile teams, applying Agile principles and frameworks to drive continuous improvement and high performance. Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize Agile practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming (XP), to foster self-organization, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Coach teams on effective practices, theories, and techniques to support continuous improvement
• Visualize, communicate, and radiate team information to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and visibility
• Facilitate meetings, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Address blocking issues and provide support to teams, ensuring they remain focused on achieving their goals
• Mentor less experienced Scrum Masters and provide guidance on Agile practices
• Collaborate with other Agile Leaders to increase the effectiveness of Agile within the organization

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience as a member of an agile team, including 2+ years of Scrum Master experience
• Advanced skills in Jira, Target Process, reporting, and capacity planning
• Experience using Agile in a business environment, preferably Agile Release Train (ART)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Depth of knowledge in at least two technology team roles (project manager, user experience, business analyst, developer, testing, deployment)
• Prior experience fostering team self-organization and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of Agile and Lean principles and practices
• Experience developing/managing digital capabilities
• Understanding of Design Thinking principles

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate ($58-$68/hour on W2)
• 100% remote work arrangement
• Opportunity to work with a leading organization in the financial industry

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