A Scrum Master is a professional who leads a team using Agile project management through the course of a project. They are responsible for establishing Scrum by helping everyone understand Scrum theory and practice, both within the Scrum Team and the organization. A Scrum Master facilitates all the communication and collaboration between leadership and team players to ensure a successful outcome. They are accountable for helping their teams succeed, and that often means offering them assistance in groups or on a one-on-one basis. Scrum Masters utilize their unique skillset to do a lot of critical work that helps the Scrum Team and the organization. Some of the main roles of a Scrum Master include:

• Coaching the team members in self-management and cross-functionality
• Focusing on creating high-value Increments that meet the Definition of Done
• Influencing the removal of impediments to the Scrum Team’s progress
• Ensuring that all Scrum events take place and are positive, productive, and kept within the timebox

An effective Scrum Master is a servant leader who exhibits Lean-Agile leadership where they support and help the team progress toward their goals and highest potential. Theyre also facilitators in team events to ensure members are productive and meet timelines. A Scrum Master is responsible for ensuring that the Scrum is implemented correctly in an organization. They help organizations set up a Scrum framework, which is made up of meetings, roles and responsibilities, techniques, and tools that are required for a smooth Scrum process.