Senior Scrum Master (contract-to-hire)

W2 only, no C2C, must be authorized to work in the US (both now and in the future).

Senior Scrum Master (contract-to-hire) (Contract To Hire) - Hybrid in Madison, Wisconsin. Apply now for this opportunity at Carex!

Carex is partnering with a BioTech industry leader to hire a Senior Scrum Master who will lead Agile practices across complex, cross-functional teams. This role is responsible for driving delivery excellence, fostering continuous improvement, and ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical execution. The Senior Scrum Master will serve as a coach, facilitator, and servant leader, helping teams maximize value delivery while maintaining a strong Agile mindset. Hybrid Madison, WI.

What You'll Do

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Coach teams on Agile principles, frameworks, and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and delivery timelines
• Partner with product owners to ensure well-defined backlogs, clear priorities, and aligned sprint goals
• Track and communicate key Agile metrics such as velocity, sprint progress, and delivery forecasts
• Support scaling Agile practices across multiple teams or programs as needed
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables
• Mentor junior Scrum Masters and contribute to Agile maturity across the organization
  
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in an Agile environment, preferably supporting complex or enterprise-level initiatives
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Experience using Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) preferred
• Experience in regulated or highly structured environments is a plus
  
  
  

Carex Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.