Scrum Master Job Opening in Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Al Futtaim Private Company LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

UAE Job Alert seeks a certified Scrum Master with a strong technical background to guide agile teams in delivering high-quality software products. You will coach, facilitate, and lead Scrum ceremonies, collaborating closely with Product Owners to maintain healthy backlogs and ensure continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes removing impediments, tracking KPIs, and driving agile maturity across teams, with priority on effective communication and cross-functional teamwork within the UAE.

Qualifications

• Certified Scrum Master with solid Agile background.
• Experience leading Scrum teams and coaching Agile practices.
• Proficient with Jira/Trello for backlog and sprint tracking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scope, timelines, and milestones across Agile teams.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies: stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, reviews.
• Coach teams to uphold Agile principles and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to manage backlogs and new requests.
• Remove impediments and resolve conflicts to maintain momentum.
• Foster a collaborative environment where teams own outcomes.
• Track KPIs, progress, risks, and blockers.
• Drive Agile maturity across the organization.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards at sprint end.
• Utilize Jira/Trello for backlog and sprint tracking.
• Identify and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support change implementation and adaptation to priorities.

Skills

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Scrum Master experience

Agile methodologies

Communication & coaching

Cross-functional collaboration

Software development familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business

Tools

Jira

Trello

Job description

Role Overview

We seek a skilled and certified Scrum Master with a solid technical background and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a firm grasp of the Scrum framework and a proven ability to drive project success through collaboration, coaching, and process facilitation. You will be a guide for functional teams to deliver high-quality products, ensuring agile practices are effectively implemented and continuously improved.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project scope, timelines, and delivery milestones across Agile teams.
• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Act as a coach to team members, ensuring adherence to Agile principles and fostering continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners to manage product backlogs and handle new requests.
• Remove impediments and resolve conflicts to maintain team focus and momentum.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment where members take ownership of outcomes.
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), project progress, risks, and blockers.
• Drive Agile maturity within the team and across the organization.
• Promote quality assurance and ensure deliverables meet the expected standards at the end of each sprint.
• Utilize project management tools like Jira or Trello for backlog and sprint tracking.
• Proactively identify and manage risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support change implementation and help teams adapt effectively to evolving priorities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM or equivalent).
• 4-5 years of experience in a Scrum Master role.
• Strong technical background and familiarity with software development processes.
• Proficient in Agile tools such as Jira, Trello, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional understanding of Scrum artifacts and techniques (e.g., user stories, definition of done, automated testing).
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Must be based in the UAE.

About the Team

You will work closely with product owners, developers, QA engineers, and stakeholders while reporting directly to the Technical Delivery Lead. Our environment values continuous improvement, collaboration, and results-driven delivery.