Scrum Master at Solugenix Corp
Los Angeles, CA
About the Job
Scrum Master
Los Angeles, CA (Remote)
6-Month Contract
Job ID 24-09331
Solugenix is assisting a client, a prestigious health insurance company, in their search for a Scrum Master. This is a 6-month contract opportunity based out of Los Angeles, CA (Remote).
The Scrum Master II will provide functional coordination for the PMO and Information Technology (I.T.) Project Managers to deliver technical solutions in the context of an Agile SDLC environment. The Scrum Master II will conduct the daily scrum sessions, sprint planning, sprint grooming, product demonstrations, and retrospective reviews as needed. The Scrum Master II is accountable for providing accurate forecasts and the ongoing management of the team's workload and progress via the Storyboards. Leads conflict resolution and will drive the team forward to achieve the sprint goals leveraging business and interpersonal experience to remove project roadblocks. The Scrum Master II will need to understand current and planned business practices in each of the domains and create good relationships with the business stakeholders as well as technical staff. The Scrum Master II will be responsible for delivering medium-sized to large-scale projects for the team.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor's Degree.
- In lieu of a degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.
- At least 5-7 years of Scrum Master experience in a multi-Scrum environment managing projects using JIRA.
- At least 5-7 years of Scrum Master experience in a multi-Scrum environment managing projects in cross-functional teams.
- At least 1-2 years of Scrum Master experience managing projects using Confluence.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Project Manager.
- Prior healthcare insurance payer experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of Scrum experience working in a mixed AGILE and traditional I.T. environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Assist in planning sprints and managing the backlog. Ensure that user stories and tasks are well-defined and prioritized.
- Leading by example and focusing on the needs of the team, empowering them to take ownership of their work and make decisions.
- Ensure that all tasks and deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
- Track the progress of release schedules and generate weekly project status reports. Ensure transparency of work and progress within the team.
- Identifying impediments and finding effective solutions to remove obstacles that hinder the team's progress.
- Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions to keep the project on track.
- Ability to create a collaborative environment and shape team behavior through the Agile process.
- Must possess the ability to explain succinctly intricate and complicated concepts and ideas.
- Must possess the ability to work well with many kinds of people, departments, and divisions.
- Data Analytical skills, working with SQL Server and ORACLE databases.
- Experience leading teams in the development of services software.
- Experience in coaching and demonstrating facilitation of core agile practices.
- Facilitates the current sprint daily scrum, storyboard maintenance, sprint demos, and retrospective ceremonies.
- Create project outlines and timelines and distribute responsibilities to team members.
- Forecasts sprint activities, backlog planning, and coordinates with the Project Managers.
- Oversee design, implementation, QA, and validation of programming code and products.
- Ensure milestones are reached and deadlines are met throughout the project lifecycle.
- Resolves sprint issues and minimizes escalation to Enterprise Integration Services Leadership.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, application users, and program owners.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required: Scrum Master Certification.
Trainings Preferred:
- Project Management
- Additional Agile Roles (Product Manager, Product Owner)
Solugenix will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we are concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
About the Client
Our client is one of the world's leading health insurance company based out of Los Angeles, CA.
About Solugenix
Solugenix is a leader in IT services, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, exceptional talent, and managed services to global enterprises. With extensive expertise in highly regulated and complex industries, we are a trusted partner for integrating advanced technologies with streamlined processes. Our solutions drive growth, foster innovation, and ensure compliance—providing clients with reliability and a strong competitive edge.
Recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace, Solugenix is proud of its inclusive culture and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our recent expansion, with new offices in the Dominican Republic, Jakarta, and the Philippines, underscores our growing global presence and ability to offer world-class technology solutions. Partnering with Solugenix means more than just business—it means having a dedicated our financial client focused on your success in today's fast-evolving digital world.
Salary
60 - 62 /hour