Skills

Communication Salesforce Kanban Scrum Agile methodologies Problem-solving Programming Organization Analytical Skills Azure Project Management Agile Agile Scrum

Job Specifications

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We seek an experienced Agile Scrum Master to join our client’s dynamic team. They’re big-picture thinkers and in-depth problem solvers who take pride in guiding the team to build systems that can stand up to anything. If you are looking for a challenging role that allows you to do just that, then this role is for you. You will have the opportunity to work on global projects with dedicated team members who like to collaborate and have fun. Salesforce is a core application for our client’s market facing organization, and we need someone who is willing to take on the challenge of growing and expanding Salesforce utilization.

As a Scrum master, you will facilitate and coordinate Agile Scrum processes within our organization, ensuring the company can work collaboratively and efficiently to deliver high-quality solutions. You will work closely with the product development team to ensure that the work progresses on schedule, within budget, and to the desired level of quality. Additionally, you will serve as a coach and mentor to our team – helping to foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring that the team is meeting its objectives consistently.

Pay Rate: $45-48/hour
6-12 month contract + potential to extend or convert

Objectives of this role:

Facilitate and coordinate Agile Scrum processes within the company.
Guide and coach the team on Agile Scrum principles and practices.
Ensure the team works collaboratively and efficiently to deliver high-quality products.
Work with the Product Owner to prioritize the product backlog.

Your tasks

Facilitate Scrum ceremonies such as daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, sprint review, and sprint retrospective.
Identify and troubleshoot obstacles that hinder the team’s progress.
Promote continuous improvement through retrospectives and feedback sessions.
Communicate project status, risks and issues to stakeholders.
Track KPIs and help teams deliver high-quality products/solutions on time.
Ensure that the team follows the Scrum framework and adheres to Agile principles from the enterprise Scrum team.

Required skills and qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
Strong knowledge of Agile Scrum principles and practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies.
Must have the ability to work onsite 5 days a week and attend scheduled workshops at the main San Diego offices.

Preferred skills and qualifications

General conceptual understanding of programming and DB querying.
Certification in Agile methodologies, like Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM).
SAFe certification and Kanban certification are a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Prior knowledge of Agile project management tools, such as Azure.

“Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client”

About the Company

Akkodis is a global digital engineering company and Smart Industry leader. We enable clients to advance in their digital transformation with Talent, Academy, Consulting, and Solutions services. Our 50,000 experts combine best-in-class technologies, R&D, and deep sector know-how for purposeful innovation. We are passionate about Engineering a Smarter Future Together. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, ... Know more