Senior Scrum Master

Job Description Summary: Results-driven Scrum Master with a strong foundation in Java development and over 7 years of experience in Agile software delivery . Adept at bridging the gap between technology and process excellence by leveraging deep technical expertise and agile leadership skills. Proven track record in facilitating cross-functional teams, improving delivery efficiency, and driving continuous improvement in fast-paced enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities: Serve as Scrum Master for multiple Agile teams, guiding them in adopting Agile principles and practices. Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and prioritize product backlogs, ensuring clear requirements and achievable sprint goals. Remove roadblocks and foster a collaborative team environment that encourages transparency and innovation. Coach and mentor team members on Agile frameworks (Scrum) and continuous delivery practices. Coordinate with development, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure smooth sprint execution and release planning. Monitor and report on team velocity, sprint progress, and key Agile metrics to stakeholders. Facilitate process improvements , retrospectives, and knowledge-sharing sessions across teams. Utilize technical background in Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and Microservices to support teams in understanding technical challenges and solution design. Ensure adherence to Agile best practices , continuous integration, and automated testing. Support organizational Agile transformation initiatives and coach new teams on Scrum adoption. Technical Skills: Languages: Java, Java 8+, SQL, JavaScript Frameworks: Spring Boot, Hibernate, RESTful APIs, Microservices Tools: JIRA, Confluence, , Jenkins, Git, Maven Agile Tools: Azure DevOps, Rally, VersionOne, ServiceNow Agile Methodologies: Scrum,  SAFe, Agile Delivery Frameworks Other Skills: CI/CD Pipelines, Test Automation Integration, API Design, Sprint Metrics Tracking Core Competencies: Agile & Scrum Methodology Project & Stakeholder Management Cross-functional Team Leadership Process Improvement & Continuous Delivery Product Backlog Management Coaching & Mentoring Agile Teams Technical Problem Solving & Decision-Making Strong Communication & Facilitation Skills Certifications (Optional): Certified Scrum Master (CSM) / Professional Scrum Master (PSM I/II) Java SE / EE Certification (Optional) Requirements Scrum Master & Agile Methodologies (Scrum,SAFe) Sprint Planning, Review & Retrospective Facilitation Product Backlog Management & Prioritization Cross-functional Team Leadership & Collaboration Stakeholder Communication & Project Coordination Agile Coaching & Mentoring Process Improvement & Continuous Delivery Sprint Metrics & Velocity Tracking Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, RESTful APIs, Microservices CI/CD, Jenkins, Git, Maven, JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow Agile Problem Solving & Decision-Making Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Management Technical Understanding & Issue Resolution API Design & Integration Test Automation & Quality Assurance Support Organizational Agile Transformation Strong Communication & Facilitation Skills Leadership & Team Empowerment Benefits Flexible timing Requirements Scrum Master & Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) Sprint Planning, Review & Retrospective Facilitation Product Backlog Management & Prioritization Cross-functional Team Leadership & Collaboration Stakeholder Communication & Project Coordination Agile Coaching & Mentoring Process Improvement & Continuous Delivery Sprint Metrics & Velocity Tracking Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, RESTful APIs, Microservices CI/CD, Jenkins, Git, Maven, Bitbucket JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow Agile Problem Solving & Decision-Making Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Management Technical Understanding & Issue Resolution API Design & Integration Test Automation & Quality Assurance Support Organizational Agile Transformation Strong Communication & Facilitation Skills Leadership & Team Empowerment