Scrum Master

Job Description ResponsibilitiesServe and support the Product Owner and Development team to do everything possible to delight the customer.Facilitate Scrum and Kanban ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives).Build a high-performing team by applying a servant leadership style, and leading by example.Guide and coach the team on how to get the most out of self-organization and how to fill in the intentional gaps left in the Agile/Scrum frameworks.Assess the Scrum maturity of the team and coach the team to higher levels of maturity, at a pace that is sustainable and comfortable for the team and organization.Remove impediments or guide the team to remove impediments which may involve working with other teams, experts or leaders.Build a trusting and safe environment, where problems can be raised without fear of blame, retribution, or being judged, with an emphasis of healing and problem solving.Facilitate getting the work done without coercion, assigning, or dictating the work.Protect the team from uncontrolled expansion of work by communicating effectively with key stakeholders, including management.Facilitate planning discussion, work estimation, decision making, and conflict resolution.Coordinate with other teams, and via Scrum of Scrums, to pass information bi-directionally, facilitating inter-team dialog opportunities to remove impediments.Assist with internal and external communication, improve transparency, and radiate information.Support and educate the Product Owner, especially with respect to refining (aka grooming) and managing the product backlog in support of sprint planning.Drive continuous improvement and innovation within POD.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a business-related field, or equivalent education/experience.Demonstrated servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency.Knowledge of patterns and techniques, including Burndown techniques, Retrospective formats, handling bugs, etc.Knowledge and facility with Agile tools, such as JIRA, which are used to capture user stories and track team progress.Knowledge and developing awareness of applying game-oriented facilitation techniques and tools.Excellent communication and mentoring skills.Ability to use and present data to tell a story to the team and leadership.Preferred Qualifications5-8 years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification.Strong understanding of Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in dynamic, fast-paced settings.Experience in low-code/no-code application development environments.Exposure to Appian or similar low-code platforms is a plus.Working ConditionsHybrid Office Environment (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays)This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation pensationThe Salary for this position generally ranges between$93,000- $115,.000 annually.Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors includingqualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, IA; Philadelphia, PA; Denver, CO). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.What We OfferFor eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our pensation BenefitsCompetitive PayBonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits PackagePension Plan401k MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition ReimbursementDisability InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsCareer Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance BenefitsPaid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward DollarsParental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramCollege Coach ProgramBack-Up Care ProgramPTO for Volunteer HoursEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsInclusion and Diversity ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramsInclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts throughthe Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including theInclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees.Theyprovide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work. Transamerica’s Parent Company Aegonacquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity. * As of December 31, 2023

Created: 2025-12-01