Scrum Master

Summary

We are seeking a servant-leader Scrum Master to focus on facilitating the effective planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality software. This position will lead, coach, and serve multiple Agile development teams. This is a remote, home-based role.

Core Tasks and Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple concurrent development efforts throughout their full lifecycle.
• Organize and facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, product reviews, sprint retrospectives, and release planning.
• Track and socialize team performance goals and metrics, including team velocity.
• Identify and remove impediments and distractions that interfere with the team’s goals.
• Coach the development teams to practice the core Agile principles of collaboration, prioritization, team accountability, and visibility.
• Assist teams with making appropriate commitments through user story selection and task definition.
• Ensure the implementation of resolutions identified in retrospective meetings.
• Create an environment of enthusiasm and shared vision around what is being delivered.
• Champion established development processes and drive the continuous improvement of department ways of working.
• Identify and create visibility of team risks as well as project-level risks.
• Facilitate discussion and proactively resolve conflicts and, if needed, escalate appropriately.

Required Skills, Experience, and Competencies

• Bachelor's Degree or 3 to 5 years’ job-related experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform the functions of the position.
• Experience as a Scrum Master, or a similar role in an Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of Scrum principles and practices.
• Experience working with software development teams.
• Experience collaborating with or managing fully remote teams is required.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Recognizes the impact of change on others and leads change through positive behavior modelling and coaching.
• Ability to facilitate conversations and facilitate problem-solving.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean, etc.
• CSM or PSM certification is a plus.

Key relationships

• Work with other Agile and product teams to identify and address cross-project dependencies.
• Manage risk mitigation and resolution with the project team and stakeholders.
• Negotiates internally at senior levels regarding important issues within their own area.
• Develop relationships with senior leaders across the organization, customers, and suppliers.
• Socialize team performance goals and metrics to leadership, product teams, and stakeholders.
• Act as the focal point for project communications, both within team and across team boundaries

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location. As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows:

The minimum full-time salary range is between $85,000 - $100,000.

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is here.

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What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing ppsmhr@pearson.com.

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Job: PROJECT/PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

Organization: Virtual Learning

Schedule: FULL\_TIME

Req ID: 12442

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