Scrum Master
careerswift
📍 Remote🌐 Remote🕐 1mo ago🔗 himalayas
Job Description
### About the Role
We are looking for an experienced **Scrum Master** to support an Agile development team of approximately **10 members** working on a modern health services platform.
In this role, you will facilitate Agile practices, remove impediments, and help the team deliver high-quality solutions effectively. You will work closely with engineers, product managers, architects, and business stakeholders to improve collaboration, optimize delivery processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
The ideal candidate is a strong facilitator and servant leader who understands Agile principles, can coach teams toward greater autonomy, and has experience working in software development environments.
### Responsibilities
* Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
* Support a development team of around 10 members in applying Agile and Scrum principles effectively.
* Coach the team on Agile practices, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
* Work closely with the Product Owner to support backlog refinement, prioritization, and sprint planning.
* Identify and remove impediments that impact team productivity and delivery.
* Monitor team progress, identify risks, and support effective delivery planning.
* Promote transparency through effective use of Agile metrics and reporting.
* Encourage collaboration between engineering, product, design, and business stakeholders.
* Help improve team processes, workflows, and communication practices.
* Support the team in maintaining a sustainable delivery pace.
* Facilitate discussions around technical challenges, dependencies, and process improvements.
* Contribute to building a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
### Requirements
* **2+ years** of experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, or similar Agile delivery role.
* Proven experience supporting software development teams using Scrum methodology.
* Experience working with cross-functional engineering teams.
* Strong understanding of Agile principles, Scrum framework, and team dynamics.
* Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies and Agile workshops.
* Ability to identify blockers and drive effective resolution.
* Strong communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
* Experience working with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.
* Ability to work effectively with distributed and remote teams.
* ### Good English communication skills.
### Nice to Have
* Experience working in HealthTech, SaaS, fintech, or other technology-driven industries.
* Scrum Master certification (PSM, CSM, or equivalent).
* Experience supporting teams through Agile transformation.
* Familiarity with software development lifecycle and engineering practices.
* Experience using Agile metrics such as velocity, cycle time, burndown charts, and flow metrics.
* Previous experience working with product managers and technical stakeholders.
### What We Offer
* Fully remote work with flexible working hours.
* Opportunity to support a team building impactful healthcare technology.
* Collaboration with experienced engineers, architects, and product teams.
* Professional development and Agile coaching opportunities.
* A culture focused on transparency, ownership, and continuous improvement.
* Competitive compensation based on experience and skills.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.
**Location:** Remote
**Seniority Level:** Middle
Originally posted on [Himalayas](https://himalayas.app)