Job Title: Scrum Master
Location: Hybrid, Toronto
Type: Contract
Experience Level: Senior (10+ years)
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support our Product Team in delivering high-impact solutions using Agile/Scrum methodologies. The ideal candidate will foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and transparency, while coaching the team toward greater agility and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Guide the team and organization in applying Agile and Scrum values, principles, and practices
Assess the teams Agile maturity and coach them toward sustainable, long-term improvement
Foster a trusting, inclusive, and psychologically safe team environment focused on open communication and problem solving
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Support effective communication across teams and stakeholders, improving visibility and alignment
Assist the Product Owner in backlog grooming, prioritization, and maintaining clarity on deliverables
Lead by example, applying situational leadership to remove obstacles and empower the team
Promote a culture of transparency, feedback, and accountability
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of professional experience, including several years in a Scrum Master or Agile Coach role
Deep knowledge of Scrum, Agile, and Lean frameworks
Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and coaching skills
Proven ability to build team cohesion and foster collaboration
Experience working closely with Product Owners and cross-functional teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM I or higher) preferred