Scrum Master / QA

Come work with us, not for us!

2nd Swing is a one of a kind, forward thinking, customer-centric golf retail company. Our employees are highly-valued, while working hard in a positive and supportive culture.  At 2nd Swing you will find:    

• Vast Exposure to the Golf Industry
• A Commitment to Total Well-Being
• Opportunities to Discover Your Fit and Make an Impact
• A Collaborative and Flexible Environment

Position Summary:

2nd Swing is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Scrum Master / QA to join our innovative technology team. This hybrid role is perfect for a leader passionate about Agile methodologies and dedicated to ensuring the highest level of software quality. You will be responsible for guiding a self-organizing development team, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, and removing impediments, while also taking a hands-on role in our quality assurance processes. The ideal candidate will champion Agile principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement, all while ensuring our products meet rigorous quality standards before release. This is a full-time, exempt and in-office position at our corporate office in Eden Prairie, MN.

 

Responsibilities:

Scrum Master Responsibilities: 70%

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Guide and coach the Scrum team on using Agile/Scrum practices and values to delight customers.
• Act as a servant-leader for the team, fostering a collaborative, trusting, and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear of blame or retribution.
• Identify, track, and help remove impediments or roadblocks for the development team.
• Assist with internal and external communication, improving transparency and radiating information.
• Support the Product Owner in maintaining and grooming the product backlog.
• Track and report on key Agile metrics (e.g., team velocity, sprint burndown) to help the team understand its progress and improve its performance.

Quality Assurance (QA) Responsibilities:  30%

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases (manual and automated) to ensure software meets business requirements and quality standards.
• Identify, document, and track software defects in our bug tracking system (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps).
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Collaborate closely with developers and product owners to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Participate in backlog grooming and sprint planning sessions to provide input on testing scope and effort estimates.
• Advocate for quality throughout the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC).

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master, or equivalent certification
• Excellent facilitation, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills
• Proactive problem solver with a leadership mindset
• Familiarity with the golf industry is a bonus

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of Scrum Master experience in a software development environment
• Proven experience working with Agile tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, or Rally
• Familiarity with software development technologies and DevOps practices
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation abilities

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a desk in an office environment.

Compensation:

• $79,000 - $110,000 based on previous experience and qualifications.

Full-Time Benefits:

• Employee Programs 
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k with eligible company match
• Health Insurance
• HSA/FSA options
• Discounted Merchandise
• Continued Training and Development
• Work Life Balance