Senior Scrum Master
Addison Group
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Greater Houston
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Posted April 17, 2026
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- Lead and coach multiple Agile teams utilizing Kanban and flow-based delivery practices
- Assess delivery effectiveness and identify systemic impediments impacting flow
- Implement and evolve Kanban systems to improve transparency, throughput, and predictability
- Facilitate key Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, planning sessions, and retrospectives
- Leverage delivery metrics (WIP, cycle time, throughput, aging work, etc.) to guide continuous improvement
- Support cross-team coordination and alignment across various delivery models (Scrum, Kanban, hybrid)
- Partner closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to maintain backlog health and delivery alignment
- Promote Agile best practices and serve as a mentor to other Scrum Masters
Commitments
Location: Houston, Texas
Assignment Type: 6-12 month contract, possibility to extend
Work Schedule: In office Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with Remote Fridays
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Requirements
- Scrum certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) and formal Kanban training or certification
- Strong experience leading Kanban teams in complex, enterprise environments
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently and drive measurable delivery improvements
- Experience supporting multiple concurrent teams
- Recent hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder communication skills
- Ability to navigate challenging conversations while maintaining team accountability and transparency
- 8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, including significant experience supporting Kanban teams
Preferred Skills
- Experience in scaled Agile environments
- Experience facilitating Agile training sessions
- Experience mentoring other delivery leaders
- Familiarity with modern software development practices (CI/CD, automated testing, user stories, TDD, etc.)
- Experience:
- 8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, including significant experience supporting Kanban teams
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Role: Senior Scrum Master (Kanban Focus)
Location: Houston, Texas
Assignment Type: 6-12 month contract, possibility to extend
Work Schedule: In office Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with Remote Fridays
Pay Rate: $60-$65/hour
Benefits: The position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
Overview:
We are partnering with a large enterprise organization seeking a Senior Scrum Master with deep expertise in Kanban and flow-based delivery. This individual will independently support multiple Agile teams and drive measurable improvements in delivery health, transparency, and predictability.
This role is best suited for a highly autonomous delivery leader who thrives in complex environments and can influence both teams and stakeholders at multiple levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coach multiple Agile teams utilizing Kanban and flow-based delivery practices
Assess delivery effectiveness and identify systemic impediments impacting flow
Implement and evolve Kanban systems to improve transparency, throughput, and predictability
Facilitate key Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, planning sessions, and retrospectives
Leverage delivery metrics (WIP, cycle time, throughput, aging work, etc.) to guide continuous improvement
Support cross-team coordination and alignment across various delivery models (Scrum, Kanban, hybrid)
Partner closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to maintain backlog health and delivery alignment
Promote Agile best practices and serve as a mentor to other Scrum Masters
Required Qualifications:
Scrum certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) and formal Kanban training or certification
Strong experience leading Kanban teams in complex, enterprise environments
Demonstrated ability to operate independently and drive measurable delivery improvements
Experience supporting multiple concurrent teams
Recent hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)
Strong facilitation and stakeholder communication skills
Ability to navigate challenging conversations while maintaining team accountability and transparency
Preferred:
Experience in scaled Agile environments
Experience facilitating Agile training sessions
Experience mentoring other delivery leaders
Familiarity with modern software development practices (CI/CD, automated testing, user stories, TDD, etc.)
Experience:
8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, including significant experience supporting Kanban teams
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Location: Houston, Texas
Assignment Type: 6-12 month contract, possibility to extend
Work Schedule: In office Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with Remote Fridays
Pay Rate: $60-$65/hour
Benefits: The position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
Overview:
We are partnering with a large enterprise organization seeking a Senior Scrum Master with deep expertise in Kanban and flow-based delivery. This individual will independently support multiple Agile teams and drive measurable improvements in delivery health, transparency, and predictability.
This role is best suited for a highly autonomous delivery leader who thrives in complex environments and can influence both teams and stakeholders at multiple levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coach multiple Agile teams utilizing Kanban and flow-based delivery practices
Assess delivery effectiveness and identify systemic impediments impacting flow
Implement and evolve Kanban systems to improve transparency, throughput, and predictability
Facilitate key Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, planning sessions, and retrospectives
Leverage delivery metrics (WIP, cycle time, throughput, aging work, etc.) to guide continuous improvement
Support cross-team coordination and alignment across various delivery models (Scrum, Kanban, hybrid)
Partner closely with Product Owners and business stakeholders to maintain backlog health and delivery alignment
Promote Agile best practices and serve as a mentor to other Scrum Masters
Required Qualifications:
Scrum certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) and formal Kanban training or certification
Strong experience leading Kanban teams in complex, enterprise environments
Demonstrated ability to operate independently and drive measurable delivery improvements
Experience supporting multiple concurrent teams
Recent hands-on experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)
Strong facilitation and stakeholder communication skills
Ability to navigate challenging conversations while maintaining team accountability and transparency
Preferred:
Experience in scaled Agile environments
Experience facilitating Agile training sessions
Experience mentoring other delivery leaders
Familiarity with modern software development practices (CI/CD, automated testing, user stories, TDD, etc.)
Experience:
8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, including significant experience supporting Kanban teams
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience