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Advanced Scrum Master

TEKsystems
$85.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, New York, New York
Jul 10, 2025
About the Role: We are seeking a highly experienced Scrum Master to join a leading banking client and play a key role in driving Agile transformation across high-impact technology initiatives. This is a hands-on role requiring deep Agile expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to embed within teams to build Agile processes from the ground up. Key Responsibilities: * Lead Agile ceremonies and coach teams on Agile best practices * Drive Agile transformation across immature and mature teams * Build and formalize Agile processes from scratch * Collaborate closely with developers, PMs, and stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence * Optimize delivery pipelines and minimize defects * Structure and manage Jira boards, workflows, and reporting * Remove day-to-day impediments and unblock development teams * Support 2 Agile pods (10-15 people per pod) * Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability * Communicate effectively across technical and business teams * Work closely with Product Owners and PMs to ensure alignment and delivery Required Qualifications: * 10+ years of experience as a Scrum Master * Proven experience delivering software in Agile environments * Strong Jira expertise (configuration, reporting, workflows) * Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills * Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset * Ability to embed within teams and drive change from within * Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications: * 5+ years of Agile transformation experience * Experience in capital markets, credit, or lending domains * SAFe certification or experience in scaled Agile environments * Agile certifications (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, etc.) * Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., banking, finance) Soft Skills: * Assertive yet respectful communicator * Self-motivated and able to hit the ground running * Strong sense of ownership and accountability * Comfortable working with ambiguity and building structure Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in New York,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.