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Scrum Master position in Oakland, CA (Hybrid - 3 days on-site Tue-Thu). 10 months contract. Local candidates only. Top qualifications
Scrum master experience on an ERP program or in an SAP Support organization Client laptop will be provided. However, due to major order delays, supplier must temporarily provide a laptop to avoid delays in starting. The Role
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support agile delivery of SAP S/4HANA in a hybrid scaled Agile environment at a leading utility company. This is a high-impact role within a multi-year digital transformation program aiming to modernize core ERP systems for finance, supply chain, asset management, Human Resources, Enterprise Health and Safety. Job Responsibilities
Act as a servant leader for 1-2 cross-functional Agile teams (SAP functional, technical, and business). Facilitate all standard Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives). Foster a culture of continuous improvement and empirical delivery. Hybrid Agile Governance
Navigate the tension between Agile team delivery and traditional PMO structures (stage gates, deliverables, RAID logs). Support integration with waterfall-driven workstreams (e.g., data migration, testing, cutover). Ensure team alignment to program increments and release plans in accordance with hybrid/agile governance. Planning & Coordination
Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and SAP consultants to maintain a clear and prioritized backlog. Facilitate story refinement and sizing sessions (e.g., user stories, technical tasks, SAP-specific enhancements). Coordinate dependencies, blockers, and risks across other SAP streams and legacy systems. Agile Scaling Support
Participate in Agile ceremonies at scale (e.g., PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos) if using SAFe or similar framework. Interface with Release Train Engineers (RTEs), Solution Architects, and other Scrum Masters to synchronize team deliveries. Contribute to Agile metrics and reporting dashboards (velocity, burndown, team health). Tools & Technology
Use Jira (or similar) to manage team backlogs and progress. Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and integration points with Agile planning. Coordinate with SAP functional leads (e.g., FI/CO, MM, PM, SD) and technical leads (e.g., Basis, ABAP, PI/PO). Required Qualifications
Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementation or major ERP platforms (SAP ECC, Oracle, Workday, etc.). Strong understanding of Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and hybrid delivery models in a structured environment. Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and traditional SAP project phases. Experience in scaled Agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe) and managing cross-team dependencies. Excellent facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills. Must be proficient in Jira and proficient in other tools such as Confluence, MS Project, or equivalents Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Scrum Master position in Oakland, CA (Hybrid - 3 days on-site Tue-Thu). 10 months contract. Local candidates only. Top qualifications
Scrum master experience on an ERP program or in an SAP Support organization Client laptop will be provided. However, due to major order delays, supplier must temporarily provide a laptop to avoid delays in starting. The Role
We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support agile delivery of SAP S/4HANA in a hybrid scaled Agile environment at a leading utility company. This is a high-impact role within a multi-year digital transformation program aiming to modernize core ERP systems for finance, supply chain, asset management, Human Resources, Enterprise Health and Safety. Job Responsibilities
Act as a servant leader for 1-2 cross-functional Agile teams (SAP functional, technical, and business). Facilitate all standard Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives). Foster a culture of continuous improvement and empirical delivery. Hybrid Agile Governance
Navigate the tension between Agile team delivery and traditional PMO structures (stage gates, deliverables, RAID logs). Support integration with waterfall-driven workstreams (e.g., data migration, testing, cutover). Ensure team alignment to program increments and release plans in accordance with hybrid/agile governance. Planning & Coordination
Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and SAP consultants to maintain a clear and prioritized backlog. Facilitate story refinement and sizing sessions (e.g., user stories, technical tasks, SAP-specific enhancements). Coordinate dependencies, blockers, and risks across other SAP streams and legacy systems. Agile Scaling Support
Participate in Agile ceremonies at scale (e.g., PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos) if using SAFe or similar framework. Interface with Release Train Engineers (RTEs), Solution Architects, and other Scrum Masters to synchronize team deliveries. Contribute to Agile metrics and reporting dashboards (velocity, burndown, team health). Tools & Technology
Use Jira (or similar) to manage team backlogs and progress. Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and integration points with Agile planning. Coordinate with SAP functional leads (e.g., FI/CO, MM, PM, SD) and technical leads (e.g., Basis, ABAP, PI/PO). Required Qualifications
Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementation or major ERP platforms (SAP ECC, Oracle, Workday, etc.). Strong understanding of Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and hybrid delivery models in a structured environment. Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and traditional SAP project phases. Experience in scaled Agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe) and managing cross-team dependencies. Excellent facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills. Must be proficient in Jira and proficient in other tools such as Confluence, MS Project, or equivalents Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jobs via Dice by 2x Get notified about new Scrum Master jobs in Oakland, CA. #J-18808-Ljbffr