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<p></p><div><p>USG is evolving its digital customer experience and translating the objective of being easiest to do business with into a sustainable technology roadmap. The digital transformation includes upgrading our technology stack and augmenting our teams, developing new digital platforms, and integrating a best-in-class eCommerce operating model to deliver exceptional customer experience from design planning to order delivery. The digital services are based on to be improved data and process models and will be provided for all our customers in the US, Canada, and LATAM.</p><p><b>
Position Summary</b></p><p>
As an Agile Delivery Coach at USG, you will serve as a key enabler of Agile transformation and delivery excellence across our Customer Experience Digital Transformation (CXDT) initiative. This role will lead by example, combining hands-on Scrum Master duties with the broader perspective of an Agile Coach.</p><p>
This position will facilitate agile ceremonies, coach and mentor teams, and drive the implementation of scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe) to enhance collaboration, productivity, and business value. This position is highly visible and collaborative, engaging with cross-functional and global teams to foster a culture of high performance, adaptability, and continuous improvement.</p><p><b>
Key Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities</b></p><p>
As the Agile Delivery Coach, you will champion Agile principles and practices across cross-functional teams, creating a supportive and collaborative culture that drives continuous improvement. You will facilitate key Scrum ceremonies, ensure clear communication, remove impediments to productivity, and support teams in delivering predictable, high-quality value. Your proactive coaching and mentoring will empower teams and individuals to mature in their Agile journey while fostering transparency and accountability.</p><p>
Additionally, you will work closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, and global counterparts to prioritize work, align deliverables, and adapt Agile processes to evolving business needs. You will coordinate cross-team collaboration, manage metrics and reporting on project health, and share best practices across the organization&mdash;helping USG advance its Agile maturity across the Americas.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Lead ceremonies (sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives) ensuring alignment, participation, and clear outcomes across digital teams.</li><li>Champion Agile principles across multiple teams, facilitating a modified PI planning structure, cross-team collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Enable stakeholder engagement by partnering with Product Owners, team leads, and business leaders to groom backlogs, set priorities, and manage dependencies.</li><li>Oversee end-to-end delivery of workstreams, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of business-critical features in both cloud and on-premises environments.</li><li>Build and manage cross-entity backlog collection and prioritization process.</li><li>Remove impediments, facilitate conflict resolution, foster a psychologically safe environment, and build team accountability.</li><li>Coach and mentor Project Managers, Product Owners, Team Leads and team members, accelerating Agile maturity and adopting best practices throughout the organization.</li><li>Implement and track team performance metrics, using JIRA, Confluence, and other tools, to support transparency, feedback, and iterative improvement.</li><li>Support resource and capacity planning, ensuring teams are equipped to meet business goals.</li><li>Promote a culture of experimentation, learning, and inclusion, maintaining knowledge of leading-edge Agile trends.</li><li>Act as a US-based ambassador, aligning CXDT initiatives with global objectives in North America and beyond.</li><li>Ensure clear reporting on project status, progress, and metrics to senior leadership and stakeholders.</li></ul><p><b>
Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Information Systems or related field.</li><li>Minimum 6 years&rsquo; combined experience as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, or Agile Delivery Lead, including successful delivery in digital, or SaaS/cloud environments.</li><li>Certified Scrum Master (CSM/PSM) and SAFe Agilist or SAFe Program Consultant; additional Product Owner or Agile certifications are a plus.</li><li>Hands-on experience coaching, facilitating, and scaling Agile teams (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe), including hybrid and distributed teams.</li><li>Strong familiarity with Agile project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow) and metrics tracking.</li><li>Deep understanding of enterprise business systems and experience with cloud technologies or CI/CD pipelines is strongly preferred.</li><li>Proven skill in organizational change, conflict resolution, stakeholder communication, and team development.</li><li>Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to influence without authority in a matrixed environment.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.</p><p>
USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.</p><p><br>
Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.</p><p></p><p><i>
Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values &ndash; innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety &ndash; have helped us become the company we are today.</i></p><p><br>
 <i>EOE including disability/veteran</i></p></div>

Agile Delivery Coach

Stefanini Group

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  Stefanini Group is hiring!
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  Stefanini is looking for a Scrum Master in Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
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  For quick apply, please reach out to Madelaine 'MADIE' Yu
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  Call: 248 728 6420 / Email:
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  Madelaine.Yu@stefanini.com
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  Open for W2 candidates only!
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 200 E Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601 (Hybrid)
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 Monday - Friday, 8-hour shift between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST
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 Are you ready to drive the next wave of innovation in the food industry? We're seeking a
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  Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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   Food Industry Focus: You'll leverage your food &amp; beverage experience (a must-have for this role) to lead projects that bring new products and packaging to market, working directly with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams.
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   End-to-End Innovation: Be at the center of commercialization-managing packaging changes, formula updates, feasibility constraints, and machinery timelines from concept to launch.
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   Agile Leadership: Use your agile project management skills to run sprints, facilitate ceremonies, and coach a diverse team through rapid, iterative development cycles.
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   Hands-On Impact: Tackle real-world challenges in supply chain development, factory engineering, and machinery innovation, helping the team move quickly from insight to execution.
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   Collaboration &amp; Growth: Work closely with cross-functional leaders, build strong relationships, and translate needs between technical and non-technical teams.
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   Empowerment &amp; Flexibility: Enjoy a proactive, self-driven environment where your ability to identify stakeholders, processes, and solutions independently is valued. Flexible hours are available to support global collaboration.
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  What We're Looking For
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   5+ years as a Scrum Master or Project Manager in the food &amp; beverage industry (non-negotiable)
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   Proven experience with physical product innovation, especially packaging and operations/manufacturing projects
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   Strong knowledge of commercialization processes, agile methodologies, and leading cross-functional teams
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   Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
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   A passion for empowering teams, iterative learning, and removing barriers to execution
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 If you're excited to lead innovation, drive commercialization, and make a real impact in the food industry, let's connect! This is your chance to help shape the future of food and beverage innovation in a collaborative, hybrid environment.
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  Ready to take the lead on the next wave of innovation? Let's talk!
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  Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market.
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 Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process including interviews and job offers.
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  About Stefanini Group
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 The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore, and nearshore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.
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Scrum Master

Capgemini

<div><div><div><p>Chicago, San Francisco</p><div>
Scrum Master - Manufacturing</div><p>
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At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world&rsquo;s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&amp;D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.</p><div><div><div><div>
Job Description</div></div><div><p><b>
About the job you&rsquo;re considering</b></p><p>
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to coordinate the work of an Agile development team and support the end-to-end product development lifecycle. This role is responsible for planning, facilitating, and optimizing Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, demos, backlog reviews, and retrospectives.</p><p>
The Scrum Master partners closely with clients, end users, product management, and development leadership to ensure business requirements are well understood and Agile best practices are consistently applied. Acting as a servant leader, this role proactively identifies and removes impediments that may slow progress, while promoting continuous improvement to help the team meet delivery goals and milestones.</p><p>
</p><p><b>Your Role</b></p><ul><li>
Plan, facilitate, and lead all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, demos, board reviews, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.</li><li>
Ensure effective breakdown of work by guiding the decomposition of epics and stories into sub-stories, tasks, spikes, and other actionable items.</li><li>
Coach the team on Scrum principles and ensure consistent adherence to Agile processes, enabling a high-performing and self-organizing team.</li><li>
Ensure stories are properly progressed through all required workflow steps to maintain transparency and delivery momentum.</li><li>
Identify, remove, and escalate impediments that impact team productivity, while encouraging focus on committed sprint work.</li><li>
Partner with Development Managers to support effective planning, prioritization, and capacity management.</li><li>
Conduct retrospectives and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives based on team feedback and performance insights.</li><li>
Schedule and facilitate backlog grooming sessions to ensure readiness of upcoming work.</li><li>
Support the development of delivery timelines and schedules in collaboration with PMO, including capacity planning, resource loading, and forecasting.</li><li>
Assess resource capacity and proactively identify gaps or the need for additional resources; support resource balancing strategies as needed.</li><li>
Collaborate with clients and end users to clarify business requirements and ensure alignment with development output.</li><li>
Act as a liaison between development teams and product management to ensure project processes, governance, and delivery standards are followed.</li><li>
Monitor risks and delivery issues, escalating concerns beyond the development team when needed and driving resolution through appropriate management channels.</li></ul><p>
</p><p>Your skills and experience</p><ul><li>
Overall 10+ years&rsquo; experience with minimum 5+ years of related experience in Robotic / Embedded /Manufacturing environment.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a related technical or engineering field OR equivalent work experience.</li><li>
Strong working knowledge of <b>Agile methodologies</b> and the <b>Scrum framework.</b></li><li>
Hands-on experience with Scrum and Agile tools (e.g., <b>JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet, JAMA</b>)</li><li>
Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and distributed teams. Solid understanding of basic project management principles and practices.</li><li>
Scrum Master Certification (e.g., <b>Certified ScrumMaster &ndash; CSM</b>) preferred.</li></ul>
Works in the area of Software Engineering, which encompasses the development, maintenance and optimization of software solutions/applications.1. Applies scientific methods to analyse and solve software engineering problems.2. He/she is responsible for the development and application of software engineering practice and knowledge, in research, design, development and maintenance.3. His/her work requires the exercise of original thought and judgement and the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers.4. The software engineer builds skills and expertise of his/her software engineering discipline to reach standard software engineer skills expectations for the applicable role, as defined in Professional Communities.5. The software engineer collaborates and acts as team player with other software engineers and stakeholders.</div></div></div><p>
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is:$65,200 -$158,550/Year</p><p>
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.</p><p>
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.</p><p>
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.</p><p>
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.</p><p>
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.</p><p>
</p><p><b>Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.</b> In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
</p><ul><li>Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave</li></ul><ul><li>
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)</li><li>
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)</li><li>
Life and disability insurance</li><li>
Employee assistance programs</li><li>
Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility</li></ul><p><b>
Important Notice:</b> Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini&rsquo;s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.</p><p>
</p><p><b>Disclaimers</b></p><p>
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.</p><p>
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.</p><p>
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.</p><p></p><p><br>
</p><p>Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.</p><p>
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416448-en_GB</div></div><div><div>
Posted on</div><div>
17 Feb 2026</div></div><div><div>
Experience level</div><div>
Experienced Professionals</div></div><div><div>
Contract type</div><div>
Permanent</div></div><div><div>
Location</div><div>
Chicago, San Francisco</div></div><div><div>
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Engineering and RandD Services</div></div><div><div>
Brand</div><div>
Capgemini Engineering</div></div><div><div>
Professional communities</div><div>
Software Engineering</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Scrum Master - Manufacturing

The Hartford

<div>Sr Scrum Master - BA07BE<p>
We&rsquo;re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals &ndash; and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.<br>
</p><p></p><p>The Senior Scrum Master supports two teams within the Technology and Data organizations that play a critical role in building future of work capabilities and the learning platform that enables enterprise transformation. The Scrum Master ensures Scrum teams adhere to Scrum principles and best practices, as applicable. Coaches the teams and removes impediments, escalating when appropriate. Partners with the Product Owner, Learning and Talent leaders, and learning platform production constituents to form execution and delivery plans, manage progress, and facilitate release planning.</p><p>
This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Hartford, CT, or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).</p><p><b>
Job Duties</b></p><ul><li><p>
Supports and facilitates two Scrum Teams, a Learning &amp; Development team and a Learning Platform Development team, by fostering Agile values and practices.</p></li><li><p>
Ensures team adherence to Agile principles. Provides coaching to the Scrum Team(s) on how to execute the Scrum framework. Acts as a role model for servant leadership.</p></li><li><p>
Organizes and facilitates ceremonies, identifies improvement opportunities to optimize velocity and quality while mitigating risk. Tracks and communicates overall team progress, providing visibility to stakeholders (Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, etc.).</p></li><li><p>
Serves as a filter to remove impediments to progress as identified by the teams. Protects the teams from outside influences to ensure the teams remain focused on priorities.</p></li><li><p>
Partners with the Product Owner to ensure backlog items are prioritized based on business value and ready for the teams.</p></li><li><p>
Facilitates teams to improve collaboration, creativity, and overall efficiency.</p></li><li><p>
Arranges daily stand-up meetings, facilitates and schedules meetings, demos, and decision-making processes to ensure effective inspection and adaptation.</p></li><li><p>
No direct managerial accountability.</p></li><li><p>
Matrixed reporting, provides coaching and feedback to ensure team success.</p></li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
4+ years of experience working with and supporting Agile team structures, including Scrum teams.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working with Learning and Development teams or initiatives is a plus.</p></li><li><p>
Experience implementing best practices and standards related to Agile product and solution development.</p></li><li><p>
Agile mindset with the ability to embody core Agile values of openness, courage, respect, focus, and commitment, and apply Agile principles, practices, and methodologies to achieve team success.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to take a hands-on approach and actively contribute to overall team success and achievement of goals.</p></li><li><p>
Execution and delivery experience, including initiating, planning, executing, and managing delivery of complex initiatives, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage dependencies, and align outcomes with business objectives and timelines.</p></li><li><p>
Experience working with Agile tools such as Rally or Jira is a plus.</p></li><li><p>
Strong collaboration skills with experience working in cross-functional, multi-team environments.</p></li><li><p>
Continuous improvement mindset with a demonstrated commitment to learning, sharing knowledge, and encouraging team development.</p></li><li><p>
Experience coaching and mentoring team members and Scrum Masters, supporting the adoption of Agile best practices and effective problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with emerging technologies, including the use of AI-enabled tools to support team productivity and delivery, is a plus.</p></li><li><p>
Scrum Master and SAFe certifications are a plus</p></li></ul><p>
This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL, Hartford, CT or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).</p><p>
Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship. The company will not support the STEM OPT I-983 Training Plan endorsement for this position.</p><p><b>
Compensation</b></p><p>
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:</p>
$108,800 - $163,200<p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age</p></div>

Sr. Scrum Master

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 Sr Scrum Master - BA07BE
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 We&rsquo;re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals &ndash; and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
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 The Senior Scrum Master supports two teams within the Technology and Data organizations that play a critical role in building future of work capabilities and the learning platform that enables enterprise transformation. The Scrum Master ensures Scrum teams adhere to Scrum principles and best practices, as applicable. Coaches the teams and removes impediments, escalating when appropriate. Partners with the Product Owner, Learning and Talent leaders, and learning platform production constituents to form execution and delivery plans, manage progress, and facilitate release planning.
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 This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Hartford, CT, or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).
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  Job Duties
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  <li>
   Supports and facilitates two Scrum Teams, a Learning &amp; Development team and a Learning Platform Development team, by fostering Agile values and practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensures team adherence to Agile principles. Provides coaching to the Scrum Team(s) on how to execute the Scrum framework. Acts as a role model for servant leadership.
  </li>
  <li>
   Organizes and facilitates ceremonies, identifies improvement opportunities to optimize velocity and quality while mitigating risk. Tracks and communicates overall team progress, providing visibility to stakeholders (Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, etc.).
  </li>
  <li>
   Serves as a filter to remove impediments to progress as identified by the teams. Protects the teams from outside influences to ensure the teams remain focused on priorities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partners with the Product Owner to ensure backlog items are prioritized based on business value and ready for the teams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Facilitates teams to improve collaboration, creativity, and overall efficiency.
  </li>
  <li>
   Arranges daily stand-up meetings, facilitates and schedules meetings, demos, and decision-making processes to ensure effective inspection and adaptation.
  </li>
  <li>
   No direct managerial accountability.
  </li>
  <li>
   Matrixed reporting, provides coaching and feedback to ensure team success.
   <br/>
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Qualifications
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  <li>
   4+ years of experience working with and supporting Agile team structures, including Scrum teams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience working with Learning and Development teams or initiatives is a plus.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience implementing best practices and standards related to Agile product and solution development.
  </li>
  <li>
   Agile mindset with the ability to embody core Agile values of openness, courage, respect, focus, and commitment, and apply Agile principles, practices, and methodologies to achieve team success.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated ability to take a hands-on approach and actively contribute to overall team success and achievement of goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Execution and delivery experience, including initiating, planning, executing, and managing delivery of complex initiatives, with the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage dependencies, and align outcomes with business objectives and timelines.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience working with Agile tools such as Rally or Jira is a plus.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong collaboration skills with experience working in cross-functional, multi-team environments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Continuous improvement mindset with a demonstrated commitment to learning, sharing knowledge, and encouraging team development.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience coaching and mentoring team members and Scrum Masters, supporting the adoption of Agile best practices and effective problem-solving skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiarity with emerging technologies, including the use of AI-enabled tools to support team productivity and delivery, is a plus.
  </li>
  <li>
   Scrum Master and SAFe certifications are a plus
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Columbus, OH, Chicago, IL, Hartford, CT or Charlotte, NC) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).
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 Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship. The company will not support the STEM OPT I-983 Training Plan endorsement for this position.
 <br/>
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 <strong>
  Compensation
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford&rsquo;s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
 <br/>
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 $108,800 - $163,200
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 Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age
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Stefanini North America and APAC

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  Details:
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 Job Description
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  Stefanini Group is hiring!
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  Stefanini is looking for a Scrum Master in Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
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  For quick apply, please reach out to Madelaine 'MADIE' Yu
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 200 E Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601 (Hybrid)
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 Monday - Friday, 8-hour shift between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST
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 Are you ready to drive the next wave of innovation in the food industry? We're seeking a
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   Food Industry Focus: You'll leverage your food &amp; beverage experience (a must-have for this role) to lead projects that bring new products and packaging to market, working directly with operations, supply chain, and engineering teams.
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   End-to-End Innovation: Be at the center of commercialization-managing packaging changes, formula updates, feasibility constraints, and machinery timelines from concept to launch.
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   Agile Leadership: Use your agile project management skills to run sprints, facilitate ceremonies, and coach a diverse team through rapid, iterative development cycles.
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   Hands-On Impact: Tackle real-world challenges in supply chain development, factory engineering, and machinery innovation, helping the team move quickly from insight to execution.
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   Collaboration &amp; Growth: Work closely with cross-functional leaders, build strong relationships, and translate needs between technical and non-technical teams.
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   Empowerment &amp; Flexibility: Enjoy a proactive, self-driven environment where your ability to identify stakeholders, processes, and solutions independently is valued. Flexible hours are available to support global collaboration.
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   5+ years as a Scrum Master or Project Manager in the food &amp; beverage industry (non-negotiable)
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   Proven experience with physical product innovation, especially packaging and operations/manufacturing projects
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   Strong knowledge of commercialization processes, agile methodologies, and leading cross-functional teams
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   Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
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   A passion for empowering teams, iterative learning, and removing barriers to execution
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 If you're excited to lead innovation, drive commercialization, and make a real impact in the food industry, let's connect! This is your chance to help shape the future of food and beverage innovation in a collaborative, hybrid environment.
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 Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process including interviews and job offers.
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 The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore, and nearshore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.
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Advocate Aurora Health

<div><p><b>Major Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and implement enterprise-wide strategic communication plans aligned with business objectives, culture, and transformation priorities &ndash; geared to drive change.</li><li>
Serve as an advisor to leadership on a range of internal communication needs, guiding internal messaging to drive internal leadership visibility and effective communication.</li><li>
Translate complex business strategies and transformation initiatives into clear, concise, and compelling messages for diverse internal audiences.</li><li>
Identify organizational barriers to change and proactively develop strategies to mitigate resistance. Guide teams in navigating transitions, ensuring clarity, confidence, and commitment to new ways of working.</li><li>
Collaborate with senior executives, department heads, and cross-functional teams to build consensus and drive organizational alignment around transformation efforts.</li><li>
Partner with various key stakeholders on the people communication and activation team, and within other teams across the enterprise such as Marketing, Brand, and External Communications to ensure collaboration and teamwork across all communication efforts.</li><li>
Drive internal enterprise storytelling to connect strategies, initiatives, and campaigns across the organization.</li><li>
Ensure message consistency and alignment across enterprise, divisions, areas, and departments.</li><li>
Foster two-way communication by enabling feedback loops and facilitating dialogue between teammates and leadership.</li><li>
Support communication advisory councils and feedback mechanisms to elevate issues and pulse-check effectiveness.</li><li>
Help manage and develop communication advisory professionals.</li><li>
Coach team members to serve as effective communication advisors to senior leaders.</li><li>
Promote a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and strategic partnership.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Education Required:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Change Management, Journalist or other related field.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Experience Required:</b></p><ul><li>
Typically requires 7 years experience in strategic communications with a focus on internal communications and change management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:</b></p><ul><li>
Expertise in change management methodologies such as Prosci, Agile or Lean Six Sigma</li><li>
Ability to drive innovation and foster a culture of continuous improvement</li><li>
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>
Ability to develop relationships across functions and the organization</li></ul><p></p><p><i>
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.</i></p></div>

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