Scrum Master

We are seeking a Scrum Master to join our dynamic team within Commercial BI&T Digital Projects. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Agile delivery for data and analytics programs and a proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, AI-ready data products and analytics pipelines., * Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

• Guide sprint planning, define sprint goals, and support estimation and task planning.
• Partner with the Product Owner to groom, prioritize, and maintain a ready product backlog.
• Coach team members on Agile principles and Scrum practices to improve delivery discipline.
• Proactively remove impediments and escalate risks to maintain flow.
• Foster a collaborative environment with open communication, trust, and respect.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with data scientists, ML engineers, software developers, and stakeholders to align dependencies and integrations.
• Maintain transparent stakeholder communication on status, risks, issues, and decisions.
• Lead retrospectives and implement actionable improvements for continuous improvement.
• Continuously assess and optimize Agile processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Track and report Agile metrics and KPIs to measure team performance and throughput.
• Prepare and present progress reports to stakeholders and senior management.
• Identify delivery risks and issues and drive mitigation and resolution.

• Technical or data-focused background with substantial experience as a Scrum Master delivering data and analytics initiatives.
• Proven success leading Agile teams in complex, multi-region programs and platform migrations, preferably on Databricks or similar cloud data platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban and related best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for team and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for risk assessment and issue resolution.
• Effective facilitation skills for meetings, workshops, and decision-making.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree or certifications such as CSM or PMI-ACP preferred.
• Pharma GxP software development experience preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Databricks, lakehouse architectures, and modern data modeling standards.
• Prior work in Agile settings supporting data science, machine learning engineering, and analytics engineering teams., * Adaptability to changing priorities and requirements.
• Collaboration across cross-functional and global teams.
• Attention to detail to maintain quality standards in deliverables.
• Commitment to continuous improvement of Agile practices and processes.

Working Conditions:

• Office-based role with hybrid work, including potential remote work and occasional travel to other locations.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment using a computer and office equipment.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

TSR is a trusted staffing and workforce solutions partner with more than 50 years of experience delivery highly qualified talent to support clients’ most critical business and technology initiatives. Through a disciplined approach to sourcing, candidate vetting, and delivery, TSR helps organizations scale teams quickly while maintaining quality and reliability. TSR operates with a global delivery model, leveraging specialized teams to support enterprise clients across North America and beyond.

In June 2024, TSR was acquired by Justin Christian, founder and CEO of BCforward, a global provider of professional services and workforce solutions. This partnership expands TSR’s ability to deliver broader capabilities, global delivery resources, and enhanced opportunities for both clients and consultants.