Scrum Master/BA

Aleron

Nov 13, 2024
Description One of Acaras clients is looking for a Scrum Master/BA to join their team here in Williamsville, NY! Location: Williamsville, NY (Hybrid Schedule) Duration: Direct Placement/Fulltime Our client is looking for a Scrum Master/Business Analyst to play a crucial role in developing and enhancing their SAAS solution. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Agile methodologies and a passion for defining requirements, testing, and refining applications. Principal Responsibilities Serve as Scrum Master for one or more development teams, ensuring adherence to Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban) and facilitating all Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, refinements, reviews, and retrospectives. Act as a liaison between stakeholders and the development team, capturing, defining, and refining requirements to ensure alignment with business goals. Support and guide team members in Agile practices, working to optimize workflows, remove impediments, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Oversee application testing processes, ensuring that requirements are met and quality standards are upheld. Utilize Jira to manage user stories, sprints, and backlog items, ensuring transparency and accuracy in tracking project progress. Collaborate with product owners to ensure clear communication of project requirements and deliverables. Coordinate with multiple teams across various locations to facilitate seamless project execution and alignment with company objectives. Job Requirements Required Skills / Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master. Certified Scrum Master (CSM or equivalent). Proficient in using Jira to manage Agile processes. Strong leadership and communication skills, with an ability to guide teams in Agile methodologies and resolve conflicts. Demonstrated expertise in defining requirements and testing applications. Knowledge of Scrum and Kanban frameworks. Experience working closely with product owners. Proven ability to run all Agile ceremony meetings (stand-ups, refinements, retrospectives). Preferred Skills / Qualifications: Background in the financial industry is a plus. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply