Scrum Master

Scrum Master – Horizontal Talent

Join our team as a Scrum Master where you'll lead Agile initiatives and drive software solutions that enhance our technology projects. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about fostering continuous improvement.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies like sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives to ensure effective teamwork.
• Guide the team in adhering to Agile principles and foster a culture of transparency and accountability.
• Identify and elevate impediments to progress, ensuring timely resolution to keep projects on track.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define action items, manage issues, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Encourage team self-organization and motivate members to focus on achieving iteration goals.
• Support the planning and coordination of testing environment deployments and application integration testing.

• Proven experience in Agile technology delivery and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to lead and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Expertise in time management and budgeting to ensure project milestones are met.
• Solid understanding of software development processes, including design, development, testing, and deployment.

• Certification as a Scrum Master (CSM) is a plus.
• Familiarity with iterative and incremental development methodologies.
• Prior experience working with financial services or banking clients is advantageous.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion as core principles in our workplace culture.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $37 - $71 per hour.

This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.