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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Scrum Master to join our Agile development team. As a Scrum Master, you will be responsible for guiding and coaching the team in Agile principles and practices, facilitating effective Scrum ceremonies, and removing any obstacles that hinder the team's progress. You will collaborate closely with product owners, developers, and stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation and communication skills, and a passion for fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a servant-leader and coach to the Agile development team, guiding them in adopting and practicing Agile principles, values, and frameworks (primarily Scrum).
• Facilitate and lead Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are effective, time-boxed, and outcome-oriented.
• Collaborate closely with product owners to establish and maintain a prioritized and well-refined product backlog.
• Assist the team in breaking down user stories into actionable tasks and estimating effort for sprint planning and resource allocation.
• Identify and remove any obstacles or impediments that hinder the team's progress, fostering a collaborative and self-organizing environment.
• Promote continuous improvement within the team by encouraging open and constructive communication, providing feedback, and implementing process enhancements.
• Ensure transparency and visibility into the team's progress by maintaining and updating relevant Agile tools and metrics (e.g., burn-down charts, velocity).
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate NLP components into larger software systems or platforms.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and continuous learning within the team.
• Act as a mediator and facilitator in resolving conflicts or issues that may arise within the team or with stakeholders.
• Stay updated with Agile industry trends, methodologies, and best practices, and continuously seek opportunities to improve Agile knowledge and expertise within the organization.

Preffered Skills:

• Experience in leading and coaching teams in Agile practices, fostering continuous improvement, and promoting a culture of accountability and self-organization.
• A servant-leader mindset, with a focus on empowering the team and enabling their success.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) are highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach, facilitating Agile development teams and guiding them in successful product delivery.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, values, and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), with the ability to tailor them to the team's specific needs.
• Familiarity with Agile tools and project management software (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) for managing and tracking team progress.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to address challenges and promote a positive team dynamic.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of software development processes and practices, preferably within an Agile environment.