Richmond , Virginia
|Remote
|Contract
Richmond, Virginia
|Remote
|Contract
Join our dynamic team as a Scrum Master II, where you'll play a pivotal role in guiding agile teams to success in a fully remote environment. This position offers the opportunity to work with data services teams, driving improvements in operational predictability and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Guide and coach existing Scrum teams to enhance predictability and commitment.
- Manage unplanned work within Sprint timeboxes to ensure smooth operations.
- Optimize workflow visibility and reporting using Jira Software and Jira Align.
- Drive measurable improvements in flow efficiency and operational predictability.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies and foster a collaborative team environment.
Skills
- 3-6+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in IT operations, infrastructure, or data environments.
- Proven experience in coaching teams to improve maturity, flow stability, and delivery predictability.
- Hands-on experience with configuring and managing workflows in Jira Software.
- Familiarity with enterprise data services and implementing Kanban systems.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with scaled Agile frameworks such as SAFe.
- Understanding of SAFe/Scrum metrics and operational metrics like lead time and cycle time.
- Experience aligning team reporting to enterprise portfolio structures.
- Relevant agile certifications such as CSM, CSP, or ICA-ACC.
At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and empowered to succeed. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are dedicated to creating an environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
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