Scrum Master in Appleton, WI

Scrum Master Job Description

Scrum masters guide and coach Scrum teams on how to use Agile practices and principles for software development to deliver high-quality products and services. Candidates for this position typically need extensive experience working in an Agile environment, ideally with the Scrum project management framework. However, many employers also accept experience with methods such as Kanban and tools like Jira and Confluence. Soft skills are a must, including problem-solving, strategic thinking and negotiation abilities. IT experience, especially in software development or engineering, can be a plus. A bachelor’s degree and 3 to 4 years of project development experience is often preferred, as is the Certified Scrum Master (CSM) credential. Large organizations may seek candidates with knowledge of the SAFe framework for scaling Agile across the enterprise.

Typical scrum master duties:

Ensuring team members understand the Scrum framework and adhere to Scrum theory, practice, and guidelines

Facilitating and supporting all Scrum events such as Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective

Coaching the Scrum team to perform at a high level, using appropriate development techniques to drive continuous improvement

Ensuring a good relationship between the Scrum team and the product owner and other key internal and external stakeholders

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Salary for Scrum Master in Appleton, WI

74318 - 111780

25th percentile

74318

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

95580

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

111780

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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