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# Scrum Master

- **Company:** Everforth Apex
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Build Automation, Scrum Methodology, Information Technology, Deployment Automation
- **Published:** August 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/26c881bd-3e5e-4521-938e-b1d8d0e66d6b

## About the Role

Education: A bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or an equivalent field is required.

Experience: Candidates should have 6+ years of experience as a Scrum Master.

Skills:

 * Expert-level understanding of Agile/Scrum processes, roles, and practices.
 * Extensive experience applying Agile values and principles.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
 * Interpersonal skills to encourage, motivate, and guide the team.

Certifications: A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Knowledge of Build Automation and Deployment Automation tools and techniques.
 * Project management experience is considered an asset.

## Description

The main function of a scrum master is championing the Scrum process and ensuring Agile development teams follow the values, principles, and practices of Agile/Scrum delivery. This role involves educating, coaching, and mentoring development teams on best practices while supporting the Product Owner and promoting organizational transparency., * Educate, coach, and mentor development teams on Agile/Scrum best practices.

 * Support and educate the Product Owner.
 * Work closely with the Enterprise Agile Coach to ensure alignment with best practices.
 * Advise on and facilitate key Agile/Scrum activities, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospective Meetings.
 * Facilitate the scrum process for projects involving multiple departments.
 * Promote Agile/Scrum values and support the team's transformation to Agile work practices.
 * Hold the team accountable for the achievement of release objectives and commitments to stakeholders.
 * Analyze current processes and assist teams with identifying and implementing improvements to optimize productivity.
 * Ensure deliverables are achieved by identifying and removing impediments for the team.
 * Encourage organizational learning by communicating team objectives and progress cross-functionally.


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