IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Business Analysis
Job Description Apply Now
Are you passionate about bridging the gap between business objectives and technical solutions? The IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master role offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal part in the success of digital initiatives for a leading organization. As an IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master, you will blend deep analytical skills with agile leadership to facilitate high-performing teams, ensuring that enterprise digital projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. This full-time position is designed for professionals eager to collaborate across business, technical, and marketing departments, driving impactful digital transformation and organizational growth.
Located in Houston, this hybrid opportunity allows you to thrive in a vibrant metropolitan setting known for its dynamic business landscape and diverse professional community. As an IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master, your expertise with enterprise platforms, Agile methodologies, and digital ecosystems will make a direct impact on strategic project outcomes. If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a forward-thinking company, click the application button and take the next step in your professional journey.
IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master - Summary- Hybrid position encompassing both Business Analyst and Scrum Master responsibilities
- Key liaison between business, technical, and marketing teams to ensure project alignment and delivery
- Focus on enterprise digital projects, including websites and digital marketing platforms
- Emphasis on Agile best practices, stakeholder communication, and backlog management
- Collaborate with Product Owners and stakeholders to elicit, document, and translate business and technical requirements into actionable user stories
- Manage and maintain backlog systems (such as Azure DevOps), prioritizing and grooming stories for upcoming sprints
- Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT): plan, oversee execution, and track issues through resolution
- Prepare milestone updates and sprint summaries for both business and technical stakeholders
- Coordinate with business users for testing, feedback, and change management to ensure successful feature rollouts
- Facilitate core Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Act as a servant leader to the team, identifying and removing blockers to maintain delivery momentum
- Monitor sprint health, team velocity, and workflow, proactively identifying areas for improvement
- Champion Agile best practices and foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment
- Support the Product Owner in defining sprint goals and aligning with key stakeholders
- Competitive compensation package designed for IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master professionals
- Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Participation in a close-knit, team-oriented culture
- Opportunity to join an industry-leading organization with a strong track record of professional excellence
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner for ten consecutive years
- 3-5 years of experience in a combined Business Analyst and Scrum Master role, preferably within digital or website development teams
- Hands-on experience with enterprise websites, digital marketing platforms, and CMS tools (such as Adobe Experience Manager)
- Familiarity with user experience (UX) best practices, SEO fundamentals, QA/testing workflows, and digital analytics
- Strong command of Agile/Scrum methodologies and proven ability to lead teams through Agile delivery cycles
- Proficiency with backlog and sprint management tools such as Azure DevOps
- Agile certification (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PSM) is preferred
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration across departments
- Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions
- Strong analytical mindset with the capacity to translate business objectives into technical requirements
- A collaborative team player who champions Agile values and continuous improvement
- Motivated by opportunities for growth within a stable, reputable organization
- Full-time employment with robust support for professional development and career advancement
- Work in a hybrid environment that encourages flexibility and work-life balance
- Join a company with over 27 years of proven industry experience in major markets
- Experience the benefits of working in Houston, a city known for its thriving business ecosystem and diverse professional community
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to make a difference as an IT Business Analyst (BA) / Scrum Master, apply today by clicking the job application button and launch your next career chapter.