Scrum Master

Job description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Strong understanding of Agile principles and Scrum framework.
• Experience in facilitating Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Review, and Retrospectives).
• Proficient in Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, Trello).
• Ability to coach and mentor teams on Agile best practices.
• Knowledge of Kanban and other Agile methodologies.
• Strong skills in impediment removal and risk management.
• Understanding of story point estimation and backlog management.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

Roles Responsibilities

• Serve as a servant leader to one or more Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles.
• Facilitate all Scrum events and support the Product Owner in backlog refinement.
• Remove impediments and help the team stay focused on delivering value.
• Ensure transparency on progress, risks, and dependencies through effective reporting.
• Foster continuous improvement through retrospectives and actionable feedback loops.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, and Stakeholders to maintain a healthy product backlog.
• Track and communicate team performance metrics (velocity, burn-down charts, etc.).
• Promote collaboration and self-organization within the team.
• Support the organization’s Agile transformation journey by sharing best practices and coaching other teams when required.

TCS Employee Benefits Summary

Discretionary Annual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support

Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options

Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth

Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off

Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance

Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Salary Range

$100,000- 115,000 a year

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE