Workinvirtual
Location: Remote (Global)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $85,000 – $130,000 USD
Core Focus: Agile Framework, Scrum Ceremonies, Jira, Team Performance, SDLC
About the Role: Driving Agile Excellence & Team Performance
Are you a servant leader passionate about guiding teams to peak performance? WorkinVirtual is recruiting for a Scrum Master to champion the Agile framework within a leading software development organization. This is a high-impact role where you will be the catalyst for efficiency, removing impediments and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
You will coach and mentor a distributed, cross-functional team, ensuring the effective application of Scrum principles to deliver high-value software. Your expertise in facilitating Scrum ceremonies and optimizing team velocity will be critical to the success of our client’s product roadmap and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Key Responsibilities: Facilitate, Coach, and Improve
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Scrum Ceremony Facilitation: Expertly facilitate all key Scrum ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives to ensure they are productive and time-boxed.
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Agile Team Coaching: Act as a servant leader and Agile Coach for one or more development teams, shielding them from external distractions and enabling their focus on sprint goals.
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Impediment Removal: Proactively identify and systematically remove impediments that hinder team progress, escalating issues when necessary to ensure continuous flow.
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Jira & Project Tracking: Manage and optimize the Agile project management toolkit, primarily Jira, to maintain accurate sprint backlogs, track team velocity, and provide transparency on project delivery.
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Stakeholder Collaboration: Foster a collaborative partnership between the development team and product owners to ensure backlog clarity, prioritization, and alignment with business objectives.
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Metrics & Reporting: Track and report on key Agile metrics (velocity, burn-down charts) to help the team forecast and improve its performance over time.
Required Skills & Qualifications
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3+ years of experience as a dedicated Scrum Master for a software development team.
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Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification (PSM, SAFe).
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Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and their application.
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Proven experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies for distributed, global teams.
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Proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps.
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Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
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Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and drive results in a remote-first environment.
What We Offer
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Competitive Global Salary: $85,000 – $130,000 USD, based on experience and location.
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100% Remote Work: The flexibility to work from anywhere in the world.
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Certification Support: Annual budget for advanced Agile certifications and professional development.
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Impactful Role: Directly influence team morale, productivity, and project success.
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Global Network: Collaborate with a diverse, international team of professionals.
Average Salary Range
The annual salary for this position is $85,000 – $130,000 USD. The final offer will be calibrated based on your specific experience, certifications, and geographic location.
How to Apply for this Scrum Master Role
If you are a facilitative leader dedicated to enabling team success through Agile principles, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your approach to overcoming team impediments through our application portal.