Scrum Master

Who We AreSol is a consulting and talent services firm that partners with clients to plan and execute technology transformations and other critical business strategies. We deliver advisory services, source top-tier talent to drive initiatives forward, and help staff our clients’ ongoing operations with precision and care. Our expertise spans technology and digital project portfolios across media and entertainment, financial services, healthcare, retail / consumer, and the government sector, with an emerging presence in the energy / industrial markets.

At Sol, we seamlessly integrate into clients’ existing teams and projects, helping to solve complex business and operational challenges. Cross-functional collaboration and clear communication are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be our clients’ partners in progress  — helping them reach their goals at the Speed of Light (Sol).

Our Talent PhilosophyWe are building an international talent network of seasoned practitioners who have proven themselves in previous industry or consulting roles.  We seek individuals who are self-starters and independent workers, able to perform in roles ranging from on-site to remote. As a widely dispersed team mixing full-time employees with contractors, Sol’s cultural programming and initiatives are designed to foster connection and engagement. Our ethos also embraces community service, personal health, and sustainability among our workforce.

You’ll fit in well if you demonstrate traits of the Sol Persona :

Skills & Experience : Proven capability of delivering on the project scope, and possessing industry experience when necessary

Ownership Mindset : Able to work independently, without layers of supervision, and to look for opportunities to add unexpected value for the client

Clear Communication : Collaborate effortlessly with fellow Sol staff and client colleagues alike

Empathy and EQ : Put on the client’s hat and adopt the client’s goals as our own

Adaptability : Quickly onboard new projects, industries, and teams, and match new client operating models and workplace cultures

Agility : Fast learners and diligent workers who enable our Speed of Light delivery

Curiosity : Individuals who continuously build their capabilities and knowledge base, and actively seek opportunities for clients

Hybrid-Work Proficiency : Demonstrated ability to stay synced and on task remotely, in-person / on-site, or in “hybrid” workplace environments

Integrity : Communicating openly and truthfully with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, even when the truth is difficult. Following through on commitments, meeting obligations, and taking responsibility for actions and decisions

Entrepreneurial Mindset : Our best people act like small business owners, looking to develop lasting client relationships. They help clients anticipate and solve emerging problems and grow their revenues. At the top levels, you use this mindset to help us generate new business.

What you’ll do at Sol :

Guide and coach the Scrum Team on how to use Agile practices and principles to deliver high-quality products and services to our clients

Recognize areas of strength and improvement within the Scrum Team; use appropriate coaching / development techniques to ensure team performance

Manage risks to delivery by raising and resolving team impediments as they arise

Facilitate and support all Scrum ceremonies : Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective

Create and maintain the necessary tools for open communication with the Scrum Team (e.g., dashboards, tracker boards, etc.).

Track and report team progress using Agile metrics (capacity, burndown, velocity charts, etc.)

Act as a champion of Agile practices within our client organizations

What we’re looking for :

5+ years of experience in one or more Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, XP, TDD, CI)

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or another related field

Expertise as an Agile trainer / educator

Proficient in refinement, story splitting, estimation, velocity, retrospective, and other Scrum techniques

JIRA experience, ideally as an administrator

Experience leading distributed / virtual teams

Strong analytical and communication skills