Scrum Master - Manager

Responsibilities:
Monitor Scrum processes and support Product Owner on release planning and backlog management.
Facilitate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, sprint review, retrospectives, and daily standup.
Proactive approach in identifying and managing project risks and issues ensuring appropriate strategies and plans are in place to mitigate or handle effectively.
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.
Strengthen the team s understanding of Agile / Scrum principles and ensure application of these practices.
Ensure the team s actions are aligned with the project goals and vision.
Bring transparency to Canadian 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
Foster a continuous learning environment, helping teams adapt to changing circumstances.
Lead, direct and coach a cross multi-functional development team

Qualifications and Experience:

5+ years of experience in agile delivery, transformation, training and coaching
Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP) or Certified Scrum Coach (CSC) ideal
Experience in Agile principles and managing teams and dynamics.
Experience in facilitating Agile ceremonies, tracking team level metrics and removing blockers.
Certified Project Management professional designation (PMP) an asset
Knowledge of Jira Cloud an asset.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills - a leader that can develop a deep understanding of the project goals and guide development team, business and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills
Ability to coach and mentor multiple roles on a Scrum team; skilled in building relationships and navigating through organizations.
Brings a high-energy and passionate outlook to the job and can influence those around them.
Action oriented, self-motivated and solutions driven.