Are you a proactive, organized, and goal-oriented Scrum Master looking to make an impact at a dynamic, small business? RocketSource seeks a skilled Scrum Master to join our team and drive success in our development, UX/UI, Data-as-a-Service (DaaS), and strategic consulting initiatives.
As our Scrum Master, you will:
Lead Agile Processes: Facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage sprints, and ensure seamless team collaboration for development and UX/UI teams.
Develop Digital Experiences: Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver best-in-class digital experiences that enhance client engagement and satisfaction.
Drive Workflow for DaaS: Oversee the flow of work on our data services side, ensuring the smooth delivery of data-driven insights and analytics for our clients.
Ensure Accountability & Efficiency: Set clear goals, hold teammates accountable, and promote a productive work environment to meet project milestones effectively.
Forecast & Communicate Effectively: Leverage your forecasting skills to anticipate project needs, communicate progress, and maintain thorough documentation throughout the development process.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate Agile Ceremonies: Conduct daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives for development and UX/UI teams to ensure clear communication and alignment.
Manage Backlog and Prioritize Tasks: Work closely with product owners to refine and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring tasks align with business goals and timelines.
Monitor Sprint Progress and Resolve Blockers: Track sprint progress, identify and address any roadblocks, and support team members in overcoming obstacles to maintain workflow momentum.
Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a bridge between development, UX/UI, and data teams, fostering collaboration to create unified digital experiences.
Optimize the DaaS Workflow: Develop a streamlined workflow for the Data-as-a-Service side of the business, tracking data requests, managing deliverables, and ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
Forecast and Plan: Use forecasting skills to anticipate project needs, assess risks, and work with teams to develop strategies for meeting deadlines and addressing bottlenecks.
Maintain Detailed Documentation: Ensure comprehensive documentation is maintained for Agile processes, project timelines, sprint deliverables, and retrospective insights.
Coach and Support Teams in Agile Principles: Provide guidance and training on Agile best practices, encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and self-organization.
Conduct Stakeholder Updates: Regularly communicate with stakeholders, providing progress updates, discussing project challenges, and aligning on priorities and goals.
Analyze and Report on Agile Metrics: Gather and analyze sprint metrics (e.g., velocity, burn-down charts) to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance productivity.
Qualifications:
Strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented mindset.
Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
Proven experience in managing development, UX/UI, and data workflows.
Proactive in holding team members accountable for achieving goals.
Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and best practices.
Ability to analyze project metrics and use them to drive process improvements.
Skilled in conflict resolution and removing obstacles to ensure project flow.
Proficient in Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Monday.com).
Ability to mentor and guide team members in Agile principles and practices.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Experience with backlog prioritization and sprint planning.
Adaptability in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Excellent stakeholder management and customer-focused approach.
Knowledge of data analytics and experience with data-as-a-service workflows.
Why Join Us?
Innovative Projects: Work on groundbreaking digital transformation projects that drive real business impact.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive and dynamic team that values your input and expertise.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
Flexible Work: Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while being part of a global team.
About RocketSource
RocketSource is a progressive digital services and advisory company with full lifecycle operations in strategy, innovation, design, data, engineering, and marketing. Grounded in end-to-end Customer Experience (CX), we solve complex challenges for some of the most disruptive and market-leading brands in the world.