Experis is looking for a Technical CSM Certified Scrum Master for a remote (EST time zone required), contract role with one of our leading global pharmaceutical sourcing and distribution services clients - the Scrum Master should have at least 10yrs of technology experience, including experience managing teams developing ServiceNow functionalities. Scrum Master is a Contract opportunity. Company pays competitive hourly rate based on W2. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact or submit their CV to the following email address: or call Rose Chu at 215-317-2999 for discussion. Video interview to HIRE. Starting ASAP

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Must be a Certified Scrum Master with 8-10 plus years Scrum Master/information technology experience required
• Experience with cloud-based application deployment
• Experience managing teams developing ServiceNow functionality required
• Ability to remotely support worldwide team/stakeholders from US, East Coast required
• Experience forming new teams and ushering in change to Agile mindset
• Thorough understanding of agile software development methodologies, values, and procedures; Experience working with an agile methodology on large scale, technically complex projects
• Ability to deal with multiple projects and deadlines
• Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Demonstrated experience working in and leading teams that leverage Test Driven Development and Continuous Integration processes
• Data driven analysis skills for measuring and managing delivery
• Experience with relevant business software e.g. Microsoft Office applications, Team Foundation Server
• Experience using Microsoft Team Foundation Server Agile or Scrum templates
• Excellent team player with the ability to influence and negotiate
• Ability to understand and communicate technical issues
• Demonstrated knowledge of test driven development and virtues of coded unit tests.
• SM needs to have situational awareness with an understanding of when to listen and when to be assertive.
• Ability to hold team members accountable, set clear sprint performance standards, resolve sprint performance issues, keep team engaged and on task
• Previous technical experience with the Microsoft technology stack (C#, SQL Server) is desired
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Information Systems or Engineering; or equivalent work experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The ScrumMaster III provides effective collaboration, facilitation, leadership and coaching skills supporting the agile development process and delivery of our applications.
• As an agile expert, the ScrumMaster will be responsible for enforcing the agile tenants as interpreted by our team, removing impediments and promoting transparency.
• This position requires committed to exceptional results, a strong desire for continuous improvement and the ability to build a collaborative culture within our team.
• You will facilitate daily stand-ups and ensure the integrity of the agile process by capturing velocity and removing obstacles to drive projects to successful release.
• In this highly visible role, you will have significant interaction with product owners and regular contact with senior management.
• Organize and facilitate daily stand-up meetings, reviews, retrospectives, sprint and release planning, demos and other Scrum-related meetings
• Work collaboratively with Product Owners, cross-functional development teams, and Project Managers to support development and software delivery
• Assist the Product Owner in user story creation/prioritization and product Backlog grooming via emergent requirement elicitation while supporting overall organizational goals
• Track and report Scrum team velocity and manage Sprint capacity Manage high-level budgeting and time tracking
• Resolve or escalate blocking impediments as necessary
• Coordinate dependencies between teams with other Scrum Masters
• Work with Development managers to manage team capacity
• Ensure development team is working efficiently towards Sprint goals
• Coach the development team and stakeholders on how to use Agile/Scrum practices
• Ensure the development teams are practicing the core agile principles of collaboration, prioritization, team accountability, and visibility
• Ensure cross functional coordination (analysts, developers and testers) is occurring early and often.
• Recommend improvements and assist in changes to best practice
• Adapt approach based on cultural shifts and regulatory requirements
• Assist with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information
• Create an environment that empowers and energizes team members, with a focus on accountability, adaptability, and collaboration.

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Please forward your credentials in Word format, in confidence, to: or call Rose at 215-317-2999 We will contact the qualified candidates IMMEDIATELY to set up interviews.

Rose Chu

VP of Pharma, CRO, Biotech and Medical Device Services

Experis/Manpower Group

C: 215-317-2999

www.Experis.com