Scrum Master

Job Family

Agile Leadership

Job Description Summary

Transamerica Enterprise Technology and World Financial Group is seeking a servant‑leader Scrum Master who will enable one or more cross‑functional Agile teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes, improve flow, and continuously elevate ways of working. In this role, you will coach the team and its stakeholders on Agile principles, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, remove impediments, and use data to drive predictable delivery. This position operates within WFG’s Agile delivery environment and collaborates closely with Product Owners, Program Managers, Technical Managers and partner teams to align sprint execution to program objectives and the broader SDLC governance model.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Retrospective) with rigor and purpose; ensure ceremonies produce actionable outcomes and drive transparency.
• Coach the team and stakeholders on Agile principles and practices; reinforce shared working agreements, Definition of Ready/Done, and INVEST‑quality user stories.
• Remove impediments and optimize flow, coordinating across teams and platforms; escalate risks and dependencies early and drive resolution paths.
• Leverage tooling and data (e.g., Jira) to maintain accurate backlogs/boards, capture sprint data, and report delivery metrics that inform commitments and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Product Owners to sustain a well‑refined backlog at least one sprint ahead; promote clarity of acceptance criteria and readiness for consumption.
• Align team execution to program governance, collaborating with Program Managers, and adjacent teams to support PI objectives, release planning, and cross‑team synchronization within the portfolio.
• Drive continuous improvement, facilitating data‑informed retrospectives that enhance quality, predictability, and stakeholder value delivery.
• Support compliance and governance expectations tied to SDLC and program delivery standards; uphold transparent status and decision logs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Demonstrated servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency.
• Knowledge of patterns and techniques, including Burndown techniques, Retrospective formats, handling bugs, etc.
• Knowledge and facility with Agile tools, such as JIRA, which are used to capture user stories and track team progress.
• Knowledge and developing awareness of applying game-oriented facilitation techniques and tools.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Ability to use and present data to tell a story to the team and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 - 5+ years as a Scrum Master (or Agile Delivery Lead) supporting cross‑functional software/product teams.
• Demonstrated expertise with Scrum and Agile practices; proven ability to coach teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Agile tooling (e.g., Jira) and delivery metrics; fluency in backlog management and data‑driven improvement.
• Recognized Agile certification such as PSM I/II, CSM or SAFe SM (SSM)
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant‑leadership skills; excellent communication with business and technical audiences
• Experience working within SAFe or similar scaling frameworks (e.g., Scrum@Scale, LeSS).
• Exposure to enterprise SDLC governance and integrating Jira data with program reporting.
• Additional Agile certifications (e.g., PSM II/III, SAFe SM, SPOC), and experience coaching multiple teams.
• Background in regulated or financial‑services environments (asset/retirement, advice, or similar domains).

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Office Environment

Compensation

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $95,000 - $120,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration, sponsorship or otherwise serving as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes.

At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Philadelphia, Denver, Cedar Rapids).  Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer  

 

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

 

Compensation Benefits 

• Competitive Pay 

• Bonus for Eligible Employees 

 

Benefits Package 

• Pension Plan 

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

 

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

 

Inclusion & Diversity  

  

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

  

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

   

Giving Back  

  

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.     

  

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

 

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023