Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company, Magnit Global is the employer and not PayPal.
Job overview
The Scrum Master role at PayPal supports Developer Productivity & Experience teams by driving Agile delivery and improving developer experience across multiple scrum teams in a contract capacity.
Responsibilities and impact
The Scrum Master will facilitate Agile ceremonies, collaborate with Product Owners and Engineering Managers on backlog and sprint planning, track team progress with Agile metrics, remove blockers, support Agile best practices, coordinate across teams, and maintain Agile documentation.
Compensation and benefits
The position pays between $64.03 and $85.37 per hour and includes medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits through Magnit Global.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 3+ years as a Scrum Master, experience with Agile in developer platforms or tooling, strong knowledge of Jira and Confluence, Scrum Master certification, and preferably background in platform engineering or DevOps.
Company information
PayPal is the client company where the work is performed, but the contractor is employed by Magnit Global, a staffing service providing flexible temporary assignments.
Team overview
The role supports three Developer Productivity & Experience frameworks scrum teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on platform engineering and developer tooling.
Job location and travel
The preferred location is Austin, TX with a hybrid work schedule.
Unique job features
This is a temporary contract role through Magnit Global, offering flexibility and exposure to high-profile projects in developer productivity and platform engineering environments.
Company overview
PayPal is a leading online payment platform that facilitates digital and mobile payments for consumers and merchants worldwide. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in San Jose, California, the company makes money primarily through transaction fees charged to merchants and currency conversion fees. PayPal's acquisition of companies like Venmo and Braintree has expanded its services and market reach. Known for its secure and user-friendly interface, PayPal has played a significant role in the evolution of e-commerce and digital finance.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your 3+ years of Scrum Master experience, especially in large-scale technology or platform teams, highlighting your expertise with Agile frameworks like SAFe and your certifications such as CSM or PSM I.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency with Agile tools like Jira and Confluence, your ability to manage multiple scrum teams simultaneously, and your experience working in globally distributed environments to align with PayPal's Developer Productivity & Experience teams.
Apply through multiple channels including PayPal's official careers page, Magnit Global's portal since this is a contract role, and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure and chances of landing the role.
Connect with current Scrum Masters, Agile Coaches, or team members within PayPal’s Developer Productivity & Experience division on LinkedIn; start conversations by commenting on recent posts about Agile transformations or asking about their experience working in platform engineering environments.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key terms from the job description such as 'Scrum Master,' 'Agile ceremonies,' 'Jira,' 'Confluence,' 'SAFe,' 'developer platforms,' and 'CI/CD' to ensure it passes automated screenings effectively.
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