Scrum Master

Capital Farm Credit is the largest rural lending cooperative in Texas, serving 192 counties through nearly 70 credit offices. With over $12 billion in assets and more than 600 team members, we provide essential financial services to farmers, ranchers, rural homeowners, and agribusinesses. As part of the nationwide Farm Credit System, we are dedicated to supporting rural communities and agriculture.

Why Join Us?

We seek motivated individuals who share our core values: commitment, trust, value, and family-like respect. As a customer-owned cooperative, we align employee success with member success, offering competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment.

Our Benefits

• Incentive Program: Company-wide, goals-based rewards.
• Accrued Time Off: Earn 13 days of annual leave and 15 days of sick leave per year, plus enjoy 12 paid holidays annually.
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 9% employer contribution/match.
• Health Coverage: Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Parental Leave: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer-paid coverage.
• Education & Wellness: Tuition reimbursement and up to $400 for wellness expenses.

At Capital Farm Credit, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find purpose.

LOCATION

This position will be located at our Headquarters in College Station, Texas.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years of related experience required.
• Relevant experience should demonstrate the ability to independently facilitate Agile ceremonies, support cross-functional teams, assist with removing impediments, and promote continuous improvement.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) preferred depending on business need.

Job Summary

• The Scrum Master II leads Agile development teams in the effective delivery of business and technology capabilities by facilitating Scrum ceremonies, fostering collaboration across team members and stakeholders, and proactively identifying and removing impediments to progress.
• This role promotes the consistent application of Agile principles, drives continuous improvement, and increases team effectiveness and delivery outcomes with greater autonomy and influence.

Essential Functions

• Plans and facilitates Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews/demos, and retrospectives.
• Supports Agile teams in developing self‑organization, accountability, and consistent adherence to Scrum and Agile principles.
• Proactively identifies, addresses, and escalates impediments impacting team progress, delivery, or quality, coordinating with stakeholders as needed to support resolution.
• Promotes collaboration and transparent communication among Agile team members, Product Owners, and cross‑functional stakeholders to support alignment on priorities, objectives, and delivery expectations.
• Tracks, analyzes, and communicates Agile metrics, sprint outcomes, and delivery status to support visibility and informed decision‑making.
• Supports activities across the software development lifecycle to help ensure work is planned, coordinated, and delivered in alignment with established Agile practices.
• Encourages continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance team performance, processes, and delivery outcomes.
• Assists in coaching team members and stakeholders on Agile practices, roles, and continuous improvement concepts.
• Participates in meetings, training, and other activities as required to support departmental and organizational objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• The Scrum Master II requires a working knowledge of Agile principles, the Scrum framework, and software development lifecycle processes.
• This role requires the ability to independently facilitate Scrum ceremonies and support Agile teams in planning, coordination, and delivery activities.
• The Scrum Master II must be able to identify, analyze, and help address impediments that affect team progress, quality, or delivery outcomes, escalating issues appropriately when needed.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are required to work effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders, including Product Owners and cross‑functional partners.
• The position requires demonstrated problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills, along with the ability to promote teamwork, adaptability, and continuous improvement in a changing work environment.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.
• Proficiency in applicable business and technology tools used to support Agile teams is required, and Scrum Master certification (such as CSM, PSM I, or equivalent) may be preferred or required.
• Proficiency in using AI‑enabled tools, as available, to support day‑to‑day work activities in alignment with organizational policies.
• The Scrum Master II must be able to work with limited supervision and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

DISCLAIMER

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement.

Applicants should personally complete and submit their application materials. Submissions generated through automated tools or third-party mass application services may not be reviewed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Capital Farm Credit is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The position title and requirements may be adjusted based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. A full job description is available upon request. Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check, including criminal history, education verification, and employment verification. A credit check will be required for roles that require NMLS registration.