PM / Scrum Master

micro1; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Dubai is seeking an accomplished PM / Scrum Master to lead high-impact technology projects in the banking sector. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience and Agile certifications. Responsibilities include managing substantial budgets and driving project delivery. Strong communication skills are essential for engaging stakeholders and ensuring project success. This role is full-time and on-site, with potential travel to Pakistan.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12+ years of hands-on experience in banking technology domains.
• 4–5 years of proven Agile project delivery experience.
• Expertise in digital finance applications including performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies.
• Drive end-to-end project management of finance technology initiatives.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Oversee digital transformation efforts in banking.
• Deliver high-quality project outcomes on time.
• Encourage a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Risk management

Education

Agile certification (Scrum Master, SAFe)

PMP certification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: PM / Scrum Master

Job Type: Full-time (12+ months contract, extendable to long term)

Location: On-site, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

We are seeking an accomplished PM / Scrum Master to join our team in Dubai. In this role, you will lead high-impact technology projects within the dynamic banking domain, leveraging your expertise in Agile methodologies, digital finance solutions, and stakeholder engagement. Written communication is highly valued as we foster an asynchronous culture that emphasizes clear, documentation-driven collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies, ensuring team alignment and removing project impediments.
• Drive end-to-end project management of large-scale finance technology initiatives, managing budgets exceeding $5 million.
• Collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including senior management, business users, and technical groups.
• Oversee digital transformation efforts in banking, focusing on financial consolidation, balance sheet preparation, and regulatory reporting.
• Deliver high-quality project outcomes on time and within budget, adhering to organizational standards and best practices.
• Encourage a culture of transparency, continuous improvement, and proactive risk management within the project teams.
• Support possible travel or relocation to Pakistan as business needs evolve.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 8 to 12+ years of hands-on experience in banking technology domains.
• Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe) and 4–5 years of proven Agile project delivery experience.
• Strong written communication skills, thriving in asynchronous and documentation-heavy environments.
• Expertise in digital finance applications, including performance management, financial consolidation, and regulatory reporting across multiple countries.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-million dollar projects and substantial budgets with financial prudence.
• Strategic thinking and advanced problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of overcoming project challenges.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience engaging executive leadership and diverse technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification with at least 5+ years of practical project management experience.
• Experience managing technology projects in global banking or financial services organizations.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel or relocate to Pakistan as required by the business.