Senior Scrum Master

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• The Senior Scrum Master is responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of Agile methodologies and the Scrum framework within software development teams. They guide and coach the team, ensure team adherence to Agile principles, and facilitate collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and external parties. The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day facilitation of the Scrum process, while mitigating risks and resolving roadblocks as they arise. The Senior Scrum Master plays a pivotal role in enabling the team to deliver high-quality, valuable software products on time and within budget, allowing the organization to achieve its goals and enhance user experience.

WHAT THE ROLE WILL DO:

• Facilitate Scrum events, including Sprint planning, daily stand-ups, Sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Ensure the team adheres to Agile principles and the Scrum framework
• Guide and coach the team, Product Owner, and organization on Scrum practices and values
• Remove impediments to the team's progress, allowing them to solely focus on delivering high-quality software as much as possible
• Promote communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment in process and delivery
• Help the team understand and apply key principles of Agile methodologies and the Scrum framework, such as self-organization and cross-functionality and Agile core principles
• Continuously work to improve team performance and overall organization's Agile maturity.
• Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be addressed without fear
• Work closely with Product Owners to ensure clear and effective product backlog management
• Monitor team progress, ensuring the team is working towards established goals and adjusting priorities as needed

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, including conversion to H1-B visa.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.

Education

• Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or relevant field, or in lieu of a degree, at least 7 years of experience in software development or project management
• Preferred
  • Scrum Master certification (e.g. CSM, PSM, or SAFe Scrum Master)

Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of experience in software development, IT project management, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile coach role
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum framework
• Experience working with distributed teams and multi-project environments 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to resolve conflicts and manage expectations
• Experience with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally)
• Familiarity with programming, cloud technology, and CI/CD concepts 

Technical Skills 

• DevOps Methodology 
• Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Methodology 
• Project Management Methodology 
• Agile Planning and Collaboration Tools 
• Product Strategy & Planning 
• Modern Delivery 
• Product Lifecyle Management 
• Demand & Capacity Management 
• Reporting Tools

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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