Scrum Master

Company: Apex Systems
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: September 16, 2020

Job Description:

Scrum Master (Marketing) Summary Job Description The Scrum Master will provide critical support for Agile Marketing Teams. In partnership with an assigned Agile Coach, this role will focus on standing up new agile teams and establishing a strong AgileScrum foundation. Scrum Master duties will eventually be transitioned to a permanent Scrum Master (upon completion of key stand-up criteria). Over the course of this 12 month assignment, the Scrum Master will provide support to a number of new teams and may also help identify and take action to remove impediments to Marketing's broader agile transformation. Responsibilities include Guides the scrum team(s) to follow generally accepted AgileScrum practices and daily activities to actively promote prioritization, team readiness, and commitment for each Sprint. Uses empirical data to help the team(s) assess their Scrum Maturity, optimize scrum team velocity, and identify improvement opportunities to achieve higher levels of team performance. Coaches scrum team(s) to deliver marketing campaigns using agile practices while also following the Standard Marketing Process, business process mapping, and various other processes as appropriate to ensure all risk, security, and development requirements are met. Partners with ProductMarketing Owner(s) to ensure continuous refinement of backlog, which may include multiple projects. Assists team in establishing and fostering appropriate routines with Extended Team Members and non-agile work teams that are needed for completion of work. Is accountable for the Agile ceremonies for the scrum team(s) during the assigned period. Partners with ProductMarketing Owners to escalate key risks and issues impeding scrum team effectiveness. Identifies skills and competencies of scrum team members and makes adjustments accordingly to promote development and highly effective teams. Coordinates with the Agile Coach and permanent Scrum Master to establish timing for scrum events and ensure a smooth transition. Holds regular 11s with ProductMarketing Owner and delivery team to identify and address coaching and education opportunities related to agile and Scrum. Participates in Scrum Master Community of Practice and other Scrum Master support sessions. May help train other Scrum Masters and serve as a mentor to less experienced team members. Required qualifications 4 years as a practicing Scrum Master Desired qualifications Agile experience outside of technology (Marketing, Product, or other Business) Exposure to multiple Agile frameworks - Scrum, Scrumban, Kanban, Unique Hybrid Models Experience implementing or operating within scaled agile organizations Experience with Atlassian Tools (Jira Confluence) Experience serving more than one Agile team simultaneously Marketing experience or knowledge, especially in the area of campaign development Ability to work remotely EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or

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