Scrum Master

Scrum Master

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Who we are:

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.

UST is a mission-driven group of over 39,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in over 30+ countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.

With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.

Visit us at UST.com .

You Are:

UST is looking for a Scrum Master for one of the leading healthcare providers in the United States. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a growing environment. The ideal candidate must possess excellent background on Scrum Master.

The Opportunity :

• As a Scrum Master, you will Plan, coordinate, monitor, and support the implementation of multiple small to medium systems and/or products.
• Act as a buffer between the team and process overhead, so each team member can focus on the timely delivery of software.
• Shield the team from interruptions and removes obstacles that may impact the delivery of the product.
• Guide the team’s operations by facilitating ceremonies (e.g. daily stand-up, sprint planning) and instilling Agile principles into daily activities to ensure smooth functioning of the delivery team.
• Facilitate internal and external communications such as task coordination, progress tracking/reporting, dependency management.
• Ensure team is well-informed on internal and external initiatives and activities.
• Keep external stakeholders, collaborates, and other interested parties are well-informed on team progress and activities.
• Ensure smooth delivery of team, tracks and removes and obstacles and barriers that may prevent progress.
• Utilize team feedback and team metrics (quality, delivery rate, etc) to identify areas of opportunity and works with team to continuously improve.
• Ensure that the process is followed, including issuing invitations to daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint planning and sprint retrospective.
• Negotiate scope changes with the Product Owner.
• Help to motivate the team and keep them excited.
• Ensure team is fully functional and productive.
• Enable close cooperation across all roles and functions.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

What you need:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with domain experts and technical experts and IT leadership team is key to be successful in this role.
• Three or more years of experience implementing Agile methodologies; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
• CSM, Safe SM or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Experience with Agile implementations that involve 8-10 member teams.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to manage the prioritization and work balance with not having a dedicated Product owner involvement.
• Health insurance domain experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a workflow tool such as JIRA.
• Ability to produce reports to support the role of Scrum Master and management insights.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below.

Role Location: Remote

Compensation Range: $88,000-$132,000

Our full-time, regular associates are eligible for 401K matching, and vacation accrual and are covered from day 1 for paid sick time, healthcare, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits. Depending on the role, some associates may also be eligible for stock options.

What we believe :

We’re proud to embrace the same values that have shaped UST since the beginning. Since day one, we’ve been building enduring relationships and a culture of integrity. And today, it's those same values that are inspiring us to encourage innovation from everyone, to champion diversity and inclusion, and to place people at the center of everything we do.

Humility:

We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.

Humanity:

Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.

Integrity:

We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.

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