ATS keywords

Scrum Master resume keywords

These are the top 13 ATS-relevant keywords every Scrum Master resume should include in 2026. Copy them into your resume, then let ApplyX tailor it to any job description.

Keywords by priority

Priority is based on frequency in real Scrum Master job descriptions. Use critical keywords in your summary and top experience bullets.

1scrum
Critical
2agile
Critical
3sprint planning
Critical
4retrospectives
Critical
5kanban
Important
6jira
Important
7facilitation
Important
8coaching
Important
9impediment removal
Useful
10velocity
Useful
11continuous improvement
Useful
12team dynamics
Useful
13stakeholder management
Useful

How to use these keywords

Summary section: Include 3-4 critical keywords naturally. Example: “Experienced Scrum Master with expertise in scrum, agile, sprint planning.”
Skills block: List all relevant keywords in a comma-separated skills section. ATS systems scan this first.
Experience bullets: Pair keywords with measurable impact. “Implemented scrum resulting in 25% improvement in delivery time.”
Projects section: Name the tools and technologies you used. Every keyword in context adds ATS weight.

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