Sr. Scrum Master

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Hybrid position located in our Elmhurst, IL location 2-3 times per week.

Job Description:
The Boyd Group is seeking an experienced and seasoned Senior Scrum Master to lead and elevate our Agile practices in Elmhurst, IL. As a Senior Scrum Master, you will bring a wealth of experience in Scrum and Agile methodologies, guiding multiple teams to deliver high-quality solutions efficiently. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing Agile best practices while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Mentorship:
● Lead and mentor multiple Scrum Teams, providing guidance and support to Scrum Masters and team members.
● Act as a thought leader, promoting best practices and innovative approaches to Agile project management.

Strategic Planning:
● Collaborate with leadership to align Agile practices with organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
● Contribute to the development and execution of a strategic roadmap for Agile transformation.

Scrum Facilitation and Coaching:
● Facilitate advanced Agile ceremonies for multiple teams, including program-level ceremonies for large-scale initiatives.
● Coach and guide Scrum Masters and teams on advanced Agile practices and principles.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
● Drive continuous improvement initiatives across teams and the organization.
● Promote a culture of innovation by exploring and introducing new Agile and Lean practices.

Stakeholder Collaboration:
● Collaborate with stakeholders, Product Owners, and business leaders to ensure alignment of priorities and objectives.
● Communicate effectively with senior management on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies.

Metrics and Reporting:
● Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of Agile practices.
● Provide regular, insightful reports to leadership on team performance and areas for improvement.

Enterprise Agile Transformation:
● Contribute to the overall Agile transformation strategy and play a key role in its successful implementation.
● Lead training sessions and workshops to promote Agile awareness and understanding across the organization.

Jira Administration:

● Assist with implementing best Agile practices and managing tasks in Jira
● Work with the team to ensure Jira environment is organized and assist IT Leadership in making KPI driven decisions

Qualifications:
● Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
● Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification.
● Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Scrum Master, with a focus on leading multiple teams.
● In-depth understanding of Agile principles and advanced Scrum practices.
● Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
● Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
● Experience in driving enterprise-level Agile transformations.
● Ability to analyze complex issues and provide innovative solutions.
● Experience in , Jira, Confluence, SmartSheets, MS Project & others

Compensation Details

$110,000 - $140,000 / Year

Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience. 

Supplemental Pay: 

This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.