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Our client requires a consultant to provide services in the role of Scrum Master. The Scrum Master will play a critical role in facilitating Agile processes within AIMCo’s technology and business teams. This role ensures Agile principles are followed, supports cross-functional collaboration, and removes impediments to maximize team efficiency. The Scrum Master will work closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and development teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives, etc.) and ensure effective participation.
• Coach teams on Agile best practices, fostering a culture of self-organization and accountability.
• Identify and remove impediments to the team’s progress.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure a well-groomed product backlog.
• Promote transparency and visibility by tracking and communicating team progress.
• Act as a servant leader, guiding the team to deliver high-value increments while adhering to Agile principles.
• Facilitate cross-team coordination and dependency management.
• Drive continuous improvement through retrospective analysis and process enhancements.
• Support Agile transformation efforts across AIMCo, advocating for Agile adoption at various levels of the organization.

Requirements:

Must Have:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification.
• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in an Agile setup.
• Proficiency with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience in financial services or investment management is an asset.
• Experience leading development teams working with technologies like Azure Databricks, dbt, and Microsoft Power BI.

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Job Number: 11932