Senior Scrum Master - Data; Madison, WI

Overview

Senior Scrum Master to support Agile delivery within a data-focused environment. Partner closely with product, engineering, and quality teams to drive consistent delivery of high-value data and software initiatives.

Work involves supporting data platform and integration efforts, helping teams manage dependencies, improve flow, and deliver reliable, high-quality outcomes in a complex technical environment.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Drive continuous improvement through transparency, inspection, and adaptation
• Partner with Product Owners to maintain a prioritized backlog and align work to business outcomes
• Support teams in defining clear requirements, acceptance criteria, and definitions of done
• Monitor and improve delivery using Agile metrics such as throughput, cycle time, and work in progress
• Identify and remove impediments impacting delivery and team effectiveness
• Foster strong collaboration across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
• Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous learning

• Enterprise data initiatives involving data pipelines, integrations, and platform development
• Complex technical ecosystem with multiple dependencies across teams
• Emphasis on data quality, reliability, and scalable delivery patterns
• Teams working with modern data platforms and cloud‑based technologies
• Agile delivery model with a strong focus on flow efficiency and predictability

• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or similar Agile role
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban
• Experience supporting software development or digital product teams
• Demonstrated experience with Agile metrics and data‑driven delivery improvements
• Ability to influence teams and stakeholders without formal authority
• Strong facilitation, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Experience working with Agile tools such as Jira or Azure Dev Ops

• Experience supporting data engineering, data platform, or integration‑focused teams
• Exposure to environments involving data pipelines, ETL processes, or cloud‑based data platforms
• Familiarity working alongside teams using tools such as Databricks or similar technologies
• Advanced Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master certifications)

• Scrum and Kanban frameworks
• Agile metrics and reporting
• Cross‑functional team collaboration
• Agile coaching and facilitation

Onsite (Madison, WI area)

Contract to Hire, long‑term conversion expected

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.