Scrum Master Job at Kaav Inc., Dallas, TX

  • Kaav Inc.
  • Dallas, TX

Job Description

Junior Scrum Master / Agile Program Lead

We are seeking a Junior Scrum Master / Agile Program Lead with 23 years of relevant experience to support Agile delivery within a mission-driven, nonprofit environment. The ideal candidate is local to Dallas, TX, and can commute onsite 2 days per week. This is a great opportunity for a junior project manager with Scrum Master certifications or experience to work closely with IT leadership and cross-functional teams on high-impact digital initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
  • Support Product Owners and Business Analysts in backlog grooming and sprint goal alignment.
  • Remove impediments and serve as a servant-leader for Agile teams.
  • Coordinate with multiple cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and consistent delivery.
  • Utilize tools like Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, and Figma for project tracking and reporting.
  • Promote Agile best practices and help increase Agile maturity across the organization.
  • Report key sprint metrics, team velocity, and performance to IT leadership.
  • Shadow the IT Solutions Manager and provide support on planning, governance, and execution initiatives.
  • Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams to enhance collaboration and transparency.
Required Qualifications:
  • 23 years of experience as a Scrum Master, Jr. Project Manager, or Agile Delivery Coordinator.
  • Experience working with Agile delivery teams in a cross-functional environment.
  • Familiarity with tools like Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, and Figma.
  • Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Scrum Master certification (CSM, SAFe, PMI-ACP, or similar) preferred.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills:
  • Exposure to Salesforce platforms (especially NPSP or other CRM systems).
  • Experience working in nonprofit or philanthropic organizations.
  • Understanding of IT governance and portfolio/project prioritization processes.
Work Conditions:
  • Candidate must be local to Dallas, TX and available to work onsite 2 days per week.
  • Remote work flexibility on non-onsite days.
  • Collaborative, purpose-driven environment with growth potential into leadership.

Job Tags

Local area, 2 days per week

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