What does a Scrum Master do?

A Scrum Master is the guardian of the agile process, ensuring that the Scrum team adheres to its principles and practices. Acting as a servant leader, the Scrum Master facilitates communication and collaboration within the team. They remove impediments and obstacles that hinder the team's progress, allowing them to focus on delivering high-quality increments. The Scrum Master also plays a crucial role in ensuring that the team follows the Scrum framework, conducting regular ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

According to Glassdoor (June 2023), the estimated total pay for a Scrum Master is $116,774 per year in the United States.