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Contract / Right to Hire Job Title: Senior Scrum Master - Product-Oriented Delivery Job Function: Senior Scrum Master with an emphasis on product-oriented delivery Job Type: Full Time Contract. Right to Hire could be possible. Location: Onsite in Piscataway, NJ at least 3 days per week. First month all days onsite. Compensation: $55 - $63/hour commensurate with experience Scope of Job Our client is a technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity and we are seeking a Senior Scrum Master to help with their transformation from a waterfall to a product-oriented delivery model. The Senior Scrum Master will play a key role in implementing the long-term strategy across the business, helping product teams deliver better products in a faster, more efficient manner. Responsibilities:
Help the IT organization in its journey from a waterfall to a product-oriented delivery organization.
Partner with the Product Owner and other key stakeholders to ensure transparency into product delivery progress, challenges, and risks.
Represent the team at broader planning and coordination sessions (e.g., Scrum of Scrums).
Independently lead the scrum team to improve collaboration and promote healthy interactions within the team and with external stakeholders.
Provide mentorship to Junior Scrum Masters and occasionally serve as an Agile Coach for low to medium-complexity Scrum teams.
Champion the use of metrics and other objective measures by the team.
Undertake daily follow-ups with individual team members to ensure the goals are being met.
Maintain objectivity regarding issues and how to troubleshoot them by applying agile principles.
Support team in determining resource allocations to maintain agile practices and ensure smooth value delivery.
Required Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
Proven track record of implementing agile techniques in different work cultures and environments.
Experience leading product-based delivery teams of varying size and complexity, including in a scaled Agile organization.
Strong skills for leading, educating, and coaching.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lead and facilitate Scrum ceremonies.
Education & Certifications
Certification as scrum master or higher. Scaled Agile certification is highly desirable.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, or similar degree.
Equal Opportunity Statement RCM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Pay Transparency For job requisitions posted to certain locations, RCM Technologies is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation/pay rate range. This range is specific to certain locations and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. About RCM: RCM Life Sciences & IT is a leading provider of IT Business Solutions and Engineering Services to over 1,000 clients in the commercial and government sectors. RCM partners with clients to define, implement and manage a broad range of technologies across multiple platforms, systems, and networks. Our broad geographic presence ensures that a proven and reliable tactical and strategic capability is available and deployable virtually everywhere in North America. Disclaimer This job description is intended to describe the general nature and the level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. RCM reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.