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Genesis10 is seeking a Scrum Master for a contract with our client in Eagan, MN. 90% Remote. Job Description: The Senior Scrum Master works with the Product Owner to understand the business need, and owns the effort of a new Scrum team and/or multiple Scrum team(s) to iteratively develop new features and/or enhancements and fix defects This role acts as the servant leader for the Scrum team, guiding them throughout the Agile Scrum processes, and removing any impediments for increased productivity This role leads a new/highly complex product team or acts as an agile coach for multiple scrum teams. Key Responsibilities: Coaches the Scrum Team/organization on how to use Agile/Scrum practices and methodologies Acts as a thought leader for the Product Owner, especially with respect to refining the product backlog to deliver the most impact Acts as a trusted business partner to senior-level cross-organizational stakeholders to drive products forward and exceed customer needs Eliminates impediments to products and delivery working directly with IT and the business Analyzes the Agile maturity of Scrum team(s) and coaches the team to higher levels of maturity, at a pace that is sustainable and comfortable for the team Creates a self-sustaining trusting and safe environment for scrum teams to address concerns and support collaborative problem solving Facilitates getting the work done, discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution Leads all efforts to provide key internal and external communications, improving transparency, and ensuring information is shared Other duties as assigned Required Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related area of study, or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience; HS diploma or GED is required 5 years of work experience in Scrum/Agile or working in related information technology, business analysis or project management roles 2 years of experience coaching leadership, teams, and/or individuals, and providing work direction Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship Demonstrated expertise in planning, controlling, and monitoring of products in Scrum, Extreme Programming (XP), Kanban, and SAFe Proven customer focus with the ability to lead and communicate effectively with business (non-IT) and technical stakeholders Track record of a team player across diverse teams with excellent interpersonal and motivational skills, with experience in coaching, mentoring, and developing others Demonstrated ability to work effectively with ambiguity and evolving priorities Expert problem-solving and analysis capabilities Experience in working within a traditional Software Development Life-Cycle (SDLC) ability to apply standards of test-driven development methods covering the full development lifecycle (e.g. project preparation, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support) to ensure solution quality and consistency of process Preferred Qualifications: 5 years as a Scrum Master of multiple embedded technology teams Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM) and/or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification Certified Team Coach Compensation: Hourly W2 pay rate We have access to additional contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire positions with various rate ranges. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this i a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) Remote opportunities available For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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