Spark Eighteen

Senior Scrum Master

Spark Eighteen

part-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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About the role

  • This is a remote position.
  • We are looking for a proactive and disciplined Scrum Master to drive Agile adoption within a Data Science team that currently has limited exposure to Agile and Scrum practices.
  • The role will focus on establishing structured processes, improving team productivity, and ensuring smooth sprint execution without requiring constant supervision from leadership.
  • You will work closely with a team of data scientists, bringing in best practices, enabling collaboration, and creating accountability across ceremonies and deliverables.
  • This is a part-time role (approximately 10 hours per week) with working hours overlapping late evening IST (9:30 PM – 12:30 AM) to align with PT time zones.
  • The engagement will start immediately, with strong potential for scope expansion based on performance and team scaling needs.

Requirements

  • 3–5 years of experience working as a Scrum Master
  • Strong understanding and hands-on experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • Proven ability to implement Agile practices in teams with little to no prior Scrum exposure
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams, preferably including Data Science teams (preferred)
  • Ability to independently drive Agile ceremonies without requiring constant oversight
  • Hands-on experience managing Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, and ensuring overall sprint discipline
  • Strong experience in maintaining and enforcing Jira board hygiene and workflows
  • Ability to improve team productivity, accountability, and delivery timelines
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with minimal supervision
  • Availability to work in overlapping US PT hours (9:30 PM – 12:30 AM IST)
  • Ability to quickly understand team dynamics and implement structured processes
  • Strong judgment and ownership in driving execution and team alignment
  • Immediate or short notice availability preferred
Benefits
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage that gives you peace of mind, so you can focus on doing your best work
  • Flexible work arrangements designed to support sustained productivity, personal well-being, and work-life balance
  • Continuous learning and accelerated skill development through hands-on projects and mentorship from experienced industry leaders
  • Global client exposure across 20+ countries, offering real-world experience with diverse markets and business environments
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale projects that have collectively generated over $1B in measurable business value
  • Competitive, market-aligned compensation packages that recognize performance, expertise, and long-term contribution
  • Monthly demo days that celebrate innovation, showcase your work, and give you a real voice in what we build
  • Annual recognition programs and performance-driven awards in a truly meritocratic environment
  • Referral bonuses that reward you for helping grow a strong, like-minded team
  • A strong problem-solving culture with opportunities to tackle meaningful, real-world challenges
  • A positive, people-first workplace that supports happiness, balance, and long-term growth
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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