Scrum Master, SteerAI

SteerAI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SteerAI in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly skilled Scrum Master to drive agile practices across autonomous vehicles, robotics, and AI initiatives. You will facilitate ceremonies, remove impediments, and ensure alignment among software, hardware, systems engineering, and product stakeholders.

You will coach teams in SAFe/Agile methods, manage backlogs and DoD/DoR, and promote continuous improvement, transparency, and delivery quality in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in autonomous systems, robotics, automotive, AI/ML, or other high-tech engineering environments.
• SAFe Agilist, Scrum Master (CSM/PSM), or other Agile certifications.
• Understanding of systems engineering processes, hardware/software integration, or testing/IVV workflows.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other Scrum Masters to ensure alignment of agile practices, consistent implementation of frameworks, and smooth coordination across all teams (SAFe).
• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Guide and coach the team on Agile/SAFe principles, ensuring consistent and effective implementation.
• Maintain team sprint boards, backlogs, and metrics to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Work closely with Product Owners to refine requirements, define user stories, acceptance criteria, and ensure readiness via DoR/DoD.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team collaboration, predictability, and delivery quality.

Skills

Autonomous systems

Robotics

AI/ML

SAFe/Agile certifications

Systems engineering

Hardware/software integration

Testing/IVV workflows

Jira

Confluence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

SteerAI is an autonomous mobility technology company powered by VentureOne, the commercialization arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council.

SteerAI’s advanced AI-powered autonomy stack, developed by the Technology Innovation Institute, empowers the logistics and defense industries by turning industrial vehicles into autonomous powerhouses that can handle complex off-road missions, transforming operations and protecting organizations' most important assets: Their workforce.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Scrum Master to drive agile practices and enable high-performing, cross-functional teams working on cutting-edge autonomous vehicles, robotics, and AI solutions. The Scrum Master will play a key role in facilitating agile ceremonies, removing impediments, ensuring alignment across engineering teams, and supporting continuous improvement across the product development lifecycle. This role requires strong collaboration with software, hardware, systems engineering, and product stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other Scrum Masters to ensure alignment of agile practices, consistent implementation of frameworks, and smooth coordination across all teams


• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives


• Guide and coach the team on Agile/SAFe principles, ensuring consistent and effective implementation


• Maintain team sprint boards, backlogs, and metrics to ensure transparency and alignment


• Work closely with Product Owners to refine requirements, define user stories, acceptance criteria, and ensure readiness via DoR/DoD


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team collaboration, predictability, and delivery quality


• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders

Requirements

• Experience in autonomous systems, robotics, automotive, AI/ML, or other high-tech engineering environments


• SAFe Agilist, Scrum Master (CSM/PSM), or other Agile certifications


• Understanding of systems engineering processes, hardware/software integration, or testing/IVV workflows


• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field


• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master


• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and preferably SAFe methodologies


• Experience working with multi-disciplinary engineering teams (software, hardware, robotics, systems)


• Hands-on experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, and related Agile frameworks


• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects with multiple stakeholders


• Strong understanding of agile metrics


• Ability to handle competing priorities, timelines, and deliverables


• Excellent communication and facilitation skills


• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive mindset


• Ability to build trust and foster collaboration within and across teams


• Empathy, patience, and a coaching-oriented approach


• High level of adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving environment


• Conflict resolution and stakeholder alignment skills

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work alongside some of the brightest minds in the Autonomous Robotics industry. Our work culture is collaborative and inclusive, with a strong focus on innovation and personal growth.