Agile Scrum Master#26-09732

Jersey City, NJ

Hybrid

Contract

Starts 10/26/2026

Ends 10/25/2027

Job Description

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Agile Scrum Master for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Jersey City, NJ. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

This role is responsible for performing Scrum Master duties while planning and coordinating the execution of large program deliverables that require engagement across multiple organizations. The successful candidate will ensure delivery meets the client's expectations in terms of target oues, timeline, and cost, and will facilitate sync points between business and technology leaders.

Responsibilities:

Facilitate daily standups and other Agile ceremonies as needed

Protect the team from overmitting and scope creep during iteration/s planning meetings

Aid in estimation and sub-task creation

Participate in s reviews and capture feedback

Conduct retrospectives to identify areas for improvement and create action items for future ss

Serve as the administrator of the scrum board (e.g., Jira), ensuring cards are up to date

Meet individually with team members and stakeholders as needed to resolve disagreements about process and work styles

Consult with team members and internal stakeholders on how best to work with the scrum team

Provide regular analysis of burndown charts and other portfolio planning tools

Aid the team by eliminating external blockers and managing internal roadblocks through process or workflow improvements

Requirements:

Proven experience as an Agile Scrum Master

Experience with Change Management

Desired skills:

Leadership qualities to lead by serving the team and facilitating their self-organization

Effective and transparentmunication skills

Empathy to understand and support the team's challenges

Strong problem-solving skills to manage impediments and conflicts

Adaptability to adjust to the evolving needs of the team and the project

Excellent facilitation skills for meetings and scrum ceremonies

Ability to coach and mentor team members in Agile and Scrum principles

Effective time management to keep the team on schedule and meet s goals

Pay range: $67.46 - $75.46 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please !

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.

The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.

Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)

Behavioral Health Platform

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account

Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

401K

Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.