Kforce has a client that is seeking a Scrum Master in Beaverton, OR. Summary: As a Scrum Master, you will guide our Agile development teams to success by facilitating collaboration, removing obstacles, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role focuses on ensuring the effective application of Agile methodologies to deliver high-quality products within established timelines. Responsibilities include: * Scrum Facilitation: Lead and facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives; Ensure adherence to Scrum principles and practices * Collaboration: Foster collaboration within and between cross-functional teams, promoting communication and transparency; Facilitate discussions and decision-making to drive project success * Obstacle Removal: Identify and eliminate impediments that hinder team progress; Proactively address challenges to ensure the team can deliver value without disruption * Continuous Improvement: Instill a culture of continuous improvement within the team; Encourage reflection, feedback, and the adoption of best practices to enhance team efficiency and effectiveness * Metrics and Reporting: Track and communicate team progress using Agile metrics; Provide visibility into the team's performance and contribute to data-driven decision-making * Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with product owners, developers, and other stakeholders to prioritize and refine the product backlog; Ensure alignment between business goals and development efforts * Training and Coaching: Provide training and coaching on Agile principles and practices; Mentor team members in the adoption of Agile methodologies and help them grow in their roles * Responsible for guiding the development of an Agile team into an effective delivery unit with a sustainable cadence * Responsible for ensuring the teams process evolves within organizational guidelines and standards of practice