Scrum Master

Job Summary 
Our client, a leading Insurance provider, is seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to support their Field Experience value stream. This role is responsible for driving projects from inception through delivery while promoting Agile excellence across technology and business teams.

 Key Details: 

• 6 Month Contract 
• Hybrid in Manhattan NYC

 This position is W-2 only. We do not work with third-party firms or C2C arrangements for this role.

Core Responsibilities 

• Lead project facilitation across the Technology portfolio using Agile methodologies and tools
• Serve as a hands-on mentor and coach to Scrum teams
• Partner closely with Product Owners, value stream delivery leads, technology teams, and business partners
• Report directly to the Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves) 

• 8+ years of relevant experience as a Scrum Master, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry
• Well-versed in leading scrum team events and PI planning
• Strong technical background with hands-on experience in Scrum team competencies (e.g., programming, testing, requirements gathering) prior to assuming Scrum Master or Project Management roles
• Technical expertise to mentor Scrum teams across all competencies, including Development, Testing, Business Analysis (BA), DevOps, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Integrations, with the ability to effectively coach in agility best practices
• Sufficient technical depth to analyze risks and process gaps, propose solutions, and actively assist with remediation activities
• Proficiency with Agile and work management tools, including JIRA, Confluence, and Ativo
• Demonstrated capability to mentor teams on AI usage to improve productivity and delivery outcomes

Key Competencies & Behaviors 

• Agile Leadership & Coaching
• Collaboration & Influence
• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

Work Environment 

• Location: Manhattan, NYC
• Hybrid

Compensation & Benefits 

• Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $50.00 and $58.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. 
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans 
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 
• 401K offered 

About KellyMitchell 
At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. 

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