Sr. Scrum Master to build high performing agile teams to support cloud based data product team for an insurance client - 4640

Duration: 3 months (possibility for extension)

Location: Remote (only Toronto & Waterloo)

*ERC preferred

This role will be part of a dedicated Agile team building the digital data products and will be accountable for implementing the team goals through a highly dynamic, fast-paced solution development process. The Scrum Master helps build high-performing teams by providing support with product delivery utilizing a deep understanding of Agile principles and team dynamics

Responsibilities:

• Monitor Scrum processes and support Product Owner, Delivery Manager and other stakeholders on release planning and backlog management related to the data [pipelining] products & services.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, sprint review, retrospectives, and daily stand-up.
• Identify, manage, and help mitigate issues and risks, with particular emphasis on timely removal of impediments for the team and/or directing obstacles to appropriate owners for quick resolution.
• Ensure that proper documentation (i.e. program vision statement, program backlog, program roadmap, release plan, sprint backlog, and increments) is prioritized and added to the team’s backlog of work
• Bring transparency to Business, IT, and Operations organizations about the team’s progress and Agile processes
•  Identify trade-offs between short and long-term benefits to drive shared vision between the team and Product Owner/Delivery Manager
• Foster a continuous learning environment, helping teams adapt to changing circumstances.

Must Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience as a Sr. Scrum Master with experience in agile delivery / transformation / training / coaching
• Experience/knowledge in development & implementations of the Cloud based data products/solutions.
• Insurance/Fi experience

Nice To Have Skills:

• Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP) or Certified Scrum Coach (CSC)
• Understanding the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Delivery or software development background in data pipelining and data analytics domains