Scrum Master

Job Title: Scrum Master

Job Type & Duration: Contract - 1 year to start.

Pay Range: $80 - $110/Hr

Project Overview:

• GTT Canada has a customer that is launching a systems transformation and technology stack modernization initiative over the next 12+ months.
• As such, they are building a technology team to deliver this project that will include 4 full-stack developers, 2 product analysts, a data developer, and a scrum master.
• The technology modernization program is underpinned with HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, Angular, MS Power BI, SQL Server and Python in an agile environment.
• The systems that are being modernized support financial loans, leasing, financing and business advisory services.

Position Overview:

• We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled SCRUM Master to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile principles and Scrum frameworks, combined with a proven track record of driving team performance and removing impediments that may hinder progress.
• As a SCRUM Master, you will be responsible for facilitating Scrum ceremonies, supporting the development of innovative Agile processes, and ensuring that the team is empowered, collaborative, and focused on delivering high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reinforce Agile Practices: Encourage and ensure adherence to Agile and Scrum practices across teams to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies: Lead and facilitate key Scrum ceremonies (e.g., Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives).
• Process Innovation: Define and implement innovative Agile processes that align with the needs of the team and organization.
• Team Health & Collaboration: Foster a positive team environment, challenge the team to be self-organizing, and focus on the team's health and performance.
• Remove Impediments: Identify, address, and remove any obstacles or impediments—be they strategic, organizational, or technical—that may prevent the Scrum team from progressing.
• Protect the Team: Shield the team from both internal and external distractions, enabling them to focus on their work and deliver value.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with stakeholders, including Technology Enablement (IT) and other business units, to ensure alignment and smooth coordination.
• Support Product Owner: Assist the Product Owner in maintaining the product backlog and ensuring that scope, commitments, and targets are well-understood by all team members.
• Define "Done”: Ensure the team is clear on the definition of "done” for all deliverables and that the team consistently meets these expectations.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in Scrum: Proven experience working as a Scrum Master in an Agile environment, leading teams through the Scrum process.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or other relevant certifications: Certification from a recognized Scrum or Agile training body is required.

Nice to Have:

• Background in Project Management: Previous experience in project management is a plus, particularly in delivering complex projects across cross-functional teams.

Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of Agile principles and the Scrum framework
• Ability to effectively analyze and resolve impediments of strategic, organizational, or technical nature
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to foster collaboration, self-organization, and high performance within teams
• Problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach to removing obstacles
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization