Title: Scrum Master Lead
About Us
Data Analysis Inc (DAI) is the parent company of a global group of privately held firms in fields ranging from institutional equity markets to digital investment news and information to omnichannel communication solutions. DAI provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction and shapes the purpose, vision, and mission of these firms. Shared services include administration, finance, and human resources. DAI’s global team embraces an entrepreneurial focused environment fostering collaboration, teamwork, and creativity with a dynamic culture that emphasizes the value of its associates and their dedication to success. We strive to be leaders in our field, innovators with a history of being in the forefront of using technology to deliver our services.
Summary
This is an in-house/on-site position. You must currently reside in the DFW Metroplex area of Texas to be considered. The Scrum Master Lead plays a pivotal role in guiding agile transformation by embedding agile best practices and fostering a high-performing, collaborative, and mature agile culture. The role ensures consistent delivery and clarity in requirements, empowers teams through coaching, and standardizes agile frameworks across the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assess agile maturity and tailor strategies to enhance team performance and delivery speed
- Standardize and improve processes for requirements intake, planning, and refinement
- Facilitate and mentor teams in agile ceremonies and framework adoption (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban)
- Drive adoption of agile tools and ensure traceability and visibility across workflows
- Coach leaders and stakeholders on supporting agile delivery and high-performing teams
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field
- 7+ years in Scrum Master or Agile Coaching roles
- Proven success leading agile transformations at the team and organizational level
- Expertise in Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, and agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, X-Ray)
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure
- Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or ICAgile Certified Professional
- Background in digital or media environments and requirements management
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Agile Mastery: Deep understanding of Scrum and other agile frameworks, with ability to lead teams in applying these practices effectively
- Requirements Management: Skilled in facilitating requirement gathering, writing user stories, and aligning deliverables with business goals
- Team Coaching: Strong facilitation, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills to develop self-organizing, empowered teams
- Tool Expertise: Proficiency in Jira, Confluence, X-Ray, and agile process automation tools
- Change Agent: Ability to influence culture, support agile leadership, and continuously improve delivery models
Working Conditions
Must be able to perform the essential job duties. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each work day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Data Analysis Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.