Contract Scrum Master

Fluidra’s looking for a Contract Scrum Master to join us in Carlsbad, CA. This is a temporary assignment lasting a minimum of 7 months in duration. The position will be required to work in a #hybrid capacity (onsite and/or offsite) and the working hours will be 9am – 5pm daily.

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE 

The Scrum Master will join our Digital Marketing team for a temporary assignment. The position will be responsible for managing web project requests and keeping the team focused and on track with deliverables using scrum methodologies. In this role, the candidate will lead the delivery of cross-functional projects across the marketing, product and engineering teams. The role will help foster communication, remove roadblocks for the team and ensure the appropriate use and alignment of resources to ensure successful project completion. Additionally, you will: 

• Act as Scrum Master of cross-functional teams, comprising of marketing, product and engineering to prioritize and coordinate project efforts
• Prepare and lead project plans, documentation, risk mitigation and resource management for cross-team initiatives
• Coach, facilitate and maintain a steady and beneficial Agile process methodology for the team, driving process and transparency
• Manage all tickets and conduct ticket health checks to ensure accurate and complete ticketing records (i.e. look for missing information, add estimates, and ensure teammates are properly assigned and close out tickets.) 
• Communicate with the business regarding the team’s bandwidth and project status and send bi-weekly project updates
• Facilitate daily standups as needed
• Resolve urgent issues and remove impediments for the team
• Actively participate in assisting the team in resolving issues and escalate as needed.
• Update project timelines and burndown charts using Smartsheets
• Serve as primary administrator for Jira and other tools
• Close and start sprints
• Create and facilitate sprint retros
• Content entry / facilitate product launches
• Additional duties and responsibilities, as assigned

WHAT WE SEEK

• 5+ years of digital Project Management experience
• 3+ years Scrum Master experience within digital marketing or similar environment
• Strong working experience on digital projects such as websites, mobile apps, etc.
• Proven ability to drive project planning and execution while adding value beyond that of a project manager
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) with proven experience in Scrum principles in multi-team environment
• Proven ability to function in a fast moving and rapidly evolving environment
• Ability to foster a collaborative, positive team environment
• Expertise as an administrator in Jira or similar tools
• Experience with Sitecore is a plus

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education required

WHAT WE OFFER 

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes: 

• 9/80 work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF!)
• On-site self-service café / free gourmet coffee stations
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• On-site gym, ping-pong, foosball, outdoor bocce ball court, BBQ & firepit
• Generous product discounts

WHO WE ARE

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects® , Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.

Expected hourly range is $50.50 – $60.10. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience and location. Your recruiter will provide additional details on our compensation.

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