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Agile Scrum Master

TEKsystems
$55.00 - $65.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Feb 25, 2026
Top Skills Details * Scrum * Agile methodology * Jira & Confluence (advanced roadmaps, dashboards, knowledge sharing) * SDLC * Sprint facilitation * User story refinement * Agile coaching Req Description The client is undergoing an enterprise-wide Agile transformation and needs a senior ScrumMaster to support both tactical Scrum delivery and strategic Agile maturity efforts. You will facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, maintain key Agile metrics, and serve as a coach to teams and leadership. This role plays a critical part in scaling Agile, building consistency, and accelerating value delivery. Essential Duties & Responsibilities * Facilitate sprint planning, standups, reviews, retros, and release activities * Maintain burn-down metrics, dashboards, and team performance indicators * Lead adoption and sustainability of Agile processes across multiple teams * Coach teams and leaders to increase Agile maturity at a sustainable pace * Act as a change agent supporting individuals and teams on their Agile journey * Provide hands-on coaching for product owners, developers, and stakeholders * Develop and deliver Agile training and support Communities of Practice * Partner with nonAgile teams to support broader transformation efforts * Perform ongoing assessments of Scrum maturity * Advise on dependency management across teams and third parties * Build trust across Business and IT; participate in strategic roadmapping * Support executive-level reporting, including slide decks and initiative summaries Skills Knowledge & Abilities * Deep knowledge of Scrum and Agile frameworks * Proven experience running Jira projects, advanced roadmaps, dashboards * Strong Confluence experience for documentation and collaboration * Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution * Ability to influence leaders, resolve impediments, and drive change * Highly collaborative with strong partnership-building skills * Able to quickly grasp technical and business domain concepts * Experience presenting at conferences or Agile community events a plus Additional Skills & Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience * CSM/CSPO or PMIACP preferred * High-energy, enthusiastic, continuous-improvement mindset Business Challenge The client is expanding Agile practices beyond individual teams and needs a strong ScrumMaster to support the enterprise Agile roadmap. This role is essential for creating consistent Agile practices, improving visibility through metrics, enhancing team accountability, and accelerating delivery across business and IT. Intermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026. h4>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.