What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scrum Master position at TEKsystems?
*Description*
We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Scrum Coordinator to join our SAP ERP application development group. This role is a strategic balance between technical Jira administration and process facilitation. You will be responsible for ensuring that our SAP technical squads remain aligned, their Jira environments are optimized, and their ceremonies are productive and result-oriented.
Key Responsibilities
*Jira Ecosystem Management: Act as the primary administrator for the team's Jira environment, configuring advanced workflows, custom dashboards, and JQL filters to track SAP-specific deliverables like RICEFW objects.
*Ceremony Facilitation: Lead all Scrum ceremonies-including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, and Retrospectives-ensuring they remain focused on removing technical blockers and meeting delivery timelines.
*SAP Technical Alignment: Coordinate across diverse SAP workstreams (e.g., ABAP, Fiori, Basis) to ensure cross-module dependencies are clearly mapped and tracked within Jira.
*Data-Driven Reporting: Maintain and socialize key agile metrics such as velocity and burndown charts to provide the project management team with clear visibility into SAP release progress.
*Backlog & Documentation Hygiene: Partner with Product Owners to ensure the backlog is administratively sound, prioritized, and meets the technical "Definition of Ready" for the development teams.
*Impediment Resolution: Proactively identify and track obstacles that hinder technical progress, acting as the primary liaison between the team and external stakeholders to clear hurdles.
*Skills*
Scrum, Jira, Agile, SAP
*Top Skills Details*
Scrum,Jira,Agile
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Qualifications
Experience
*3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or Scrum Coordinator.
*Nice to have: Experience working within an SAP environment or on large-scale enterprise application development projects.
Technical Skills
*Expert-level Jira skills: Ability to manage complex boards, automate workflows, and utilize advanced reporting features.
*Nice to Have: Foundational knowledge of the SAP development lifecycle (e.g., transports, modules like SD/MM/FICO, or BTP).
*Proficiency in agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
Soft Skills
*Excellent facilitation and communication skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and project leadership.
*Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities within a high-pressure ERP environment.
Attributes
*A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a focus on administrative excellence and team enablement.
*Adaptable to the changing priorities of a complex SAP release cycle.
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
***CAN BE HYBRID OR REMOTE***
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Hartford, CT.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*This is a hybrid position in Hartford,CT.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
*Massachusetts Lie Detector:* It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):* We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Scrum Coordinator to join our SAP ERP application development group. This role is a strategic balance between technical Jira administration and process facilitation. You will be responsible for ensuring that our SAP technical squads remain aligned, their Jira environments are optimized, and their ceremonies are productive and result-oriented.
Key Responsibilities
*Jira Ecosystem Management: Act as the primary administrator for the team's Jira environment, configuring advanced workflows, custom dashboards, and JQL filters to track SAP-specific deliverables like RICEFW objects.
*Ceremony Facilitation: Lead all Scrum ceremonies-including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrums, and Retrospectives-ensuring they remain focused on removing technical blockers and meeting delivery timelines.
*SAP Technical Alignment: Coordinate across diverse SAP workstreams (e.g., ABAP, Fiori, Basis) to ensure cross-module dependencies are clearly mapped and tracked within Jira.
*Data-Driven Reporting: Maintain and socialize key agile metrics such as velocity and burndown charts to provide the project management team with clear visibility into SAP release progress.
*Backlog & Documentation Hygiene: Partner with Product Owners to ensure the backlog is administratively sound, prioritized, and meets the technical "Definition of Ready" for the development teams.
*Impediment Resolution: Proactively identify and track obstacles that hinder technical progress, acting as the primary liaison between the team and external stakeholders to clear hurdles.
*Skills*
Scrum, Jira, Agile, SAP
*Top Skills Details*
Scrum,Jira,Agile
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Qualifications
Experience
*3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or Scrum Coordinator.
*Nice to have: Experience working within an SAP environment or on large-scale enterprise application development projects.
Technical Skills
*Expert-level Jira skills: Ability to manage complex boards, automate workflows, and utilize advanced reporting features.
*Nice to Have: Foundational knowledge of the SAP development lifecycle (e.g., transports, modules like SD/MM/FICO, or BTP).
*Proficiency in agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
Soft Skills
*Excellent facilitation and communication skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and project leadership.
*Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities within a high-pressure ERP environment.
Attributes
*A proactive, results-oriented mindset with a focus on administrative excellence and team enablement.
*Adaptable to the changing priorities of a complex SAP release cycle.
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
***CAN BE HYBRID OR REMOTE***
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Hartford, CT.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*This is a hybrid position in Hartford,CT.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
*Massachusetts Lie Detector:* It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):* We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $60 - $65