Scrum Master - Remote

Our Edmonton client is seeking a dedicated Scrum Master for a long-term contract to lead their cross-functional delivery teams in a fully remote capacity. This is an incredible opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you will act as a coach and facilitator, helping technical teams deliver high-value solutions through the application of Agile principles. If you enjoy building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, this role with our client offers the perfect environment to make a lasting impact.

Advantages
• Work in a fully remote environment that offers flexibility while staying connected to a dynamic team.
• Gain experience with an industry-leading organization in Edmonton known for its commitment to innovation.
• Collaborate with a diverse group of professionals across software, data, and infrastructure platforms.
• Influence the evolution of Agile practices and Azure DevOps workflows within a growing community of practice.
• Engage in a leadership role that emphasizes psychological safety, team health, and a sustainable work pace.

Responsibilities
• Facilitate all Scrum events including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Reviews, and Retrospectives while ensuring they stay productive.
• Coach team members on Agile values and Scrum roles to reinforce transparency and inspection throughout the delivery cycle.
• Partner closely with Product Owners to support backlog refinement and ensure story readiness for upcoming sprints.
• Identify and remove impediments or blockers that hinder team progress while escalating risks to leadership when necessary.
• Protect the team from external disruptions and maintain healthy engagement with all project stakeholders.
• Use data and metrics such as cycle time and throughput to improve team flow and predictability.
• Foster a culture of accountability and help the team establish clear definitions of ready and done.

Qualifications
• Five or more years of experience working as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach supporting technical delivery teams.
• Active Scrum certification such as a PSM, CSM, or an equivalent industry credential.
• Deep knowledge of Agile lifecycle tools with specific experience managing workflows in Azure DevOps.
• Proven ability to facilitate workshops and group discussions to drive pragmatic solutions for distributed teams.
• Strong understanding of Kanban and hybrid delivery models including work in progress management.

Summary
This is a fantastic chance to bring your Agile expertise to a collaborative environment where your coaching will directly contribute to organizational success. Our client is eager to find a leader who can balance delivery accountability with a focus on team well-being. If you are ready to take on this challenge and help shape the future of their Agile delivery, we want to hear from you. Please apply directly to this job ad or reach out to your Randstad Digital representative immediately!

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