Scrum Master - Banking

VAM Systems; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support their teams in UAE. The role involves facilitating Scrum processes, coaching teams on Agile methodologies, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have at least 5 years in a similar role and a professional certification in Scrum methodologies. This full-time position offers a chance to work with dedicated agile teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years as a Scrum Master or Project lead.
• 2 years of working as a project lead or project manager.
• Strong experience with software and product development.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, and other activities.
• Support the Product Owner in writing and prioritizing Product Backlog Items.
• Coach teams on agile concepts and ensure continuous improvement.

Skills

Scrum methodologies

Agile concepts

Project management

Education

Professional Certification in Scrum methodologies

Job description

We are currently looking for Scrum Master for our UAE operations with the following Skill set and terms & conditions.

Role Purpose

The Scrum Master ensures that the Scrum process is used as intended. Keep the Development Team in alignment with the Scrum framework values and principles and ensure the team is focused on continuous improvement. Enforces daily builds to detect early issues in the compiled and aggregated code as well as in the functionality delivered. Facilitate Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Product Backlog refinement, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives, release planning and other team activities as required. Encourage team self‑organization & empowerment. Share new industry Agile best practices. Facilitate Retrospectives which generate new ideas for process improvement. Ensure preparation for planning through effective Product Backlog refinement sessions. Ensure planning meetings fully prepare the team for the upcoming Sprints and release. Actively remove impediments that slow any aspect of the Development Team's efforts. Work closely with the Technical Delivery Manager, Program Manager and Business Experts to ensure visibility and resolution of technical and business challenges. Actively participate in organizational Agile activities. Promote and support the Development Team's automated processes. Assist the team in implementing the process improvements they've defined in the Sprint Retrospectives. Support the Product Owner in writing effective Product Backlog Items and maintaining the prioritized backlogs for multiple products as the Development Team provides estimates for the upcoming items. Assist the Product Owner in the Story refinement process. Develop and maintain relevant metrics that guide the Development Team to more efficient processes in their work and in satisfying their Product Owner and stakeholders. Identify and manage dependencies with other internal or external teams. Work closely with Project Management to ensure proper project and portfolio reporting including active risk management.

Previous Experience Required (if any)

• 5 years as a Scrum Master/Project lead working with dedicated agile teams using Scrum or Kanban.
• 2 years of working as a project lead/project manager.
• Strong understanding and experience with software and product development.
• Professional Certification in Scrum methodologies.
• Experienced and have practiced Scrum Master Methodologies and project management in Banking.

Key Accountabilities of the role

Scrum/Agile Methodology

• Facilitate Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Product Backlog refinement, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives, release planning and other team activities as required.
• Support the Product Owner in writing effective Product Backlog Items and maintaining the prioritized backlogs for multiple products as the Development Team provides estimates for the upcoming items.
• Ensure planning meetings fully prepare the team for the upcoming Sprints and release.
• Coaching teams on agile concepts and ensuring continuous improvement.
• Track resolve and report incidents and known errors through the approved processes.
• Establish proactive steps to address quality delivery issues.

Project Management and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Carry out project management tasks related to the scrum team or journey and for other assignments as may be assigned to the person from time to time.
• Ensure the project adheres to the required policies and processes.
• Establish collaborative relationships with a wider range of stakeholders.

Joining time frame: 2 weeks (maximum 1 month)

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Fulltime