GTS - Scrum Master

Global Excel Management Inc.; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in project management is seeking a SCRUM Master to lead and coach teams while promoting Scrum practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, Scrum certification, and over 2 years of experience in Agile environments. You will facilitate ceremonies and foster a collaborative team atmosphere. Competitive compensation, including bonuses and extensive benefits, is offered along with opportunities for professional growth and a focus on work/life balance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

RRSP Match program

Health and wellness initiatives

Employee engagement programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Scrum Master in Agile teams.
• Deep understanding of Scrum and Agile principles.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the team adheres to Scrum theory and practices.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and foster team effectiveness.
• Manage resources in a multi-assignment environment.

Skills

Scrum principles

Agile methodologies

Facilitation skills

Conflict resolution

Bilingual communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Job description

Job Description

SCRUM Master

The Scrum Master is responsible for promoting and supporting Scrum methodology and discipline across various teams. This includes onboarding stakeholders in the process and keeping them engaged. The Scrum Master is expected to lead Scrum teams, facilitate Scrum events and to coach the team to higher levels of Scrum maturity.

Role and Responsibilities

• Ensure that the team adheres to Scrum theory, practices, and rules.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-up, sprint review, and retrospective).
• Foster an environment where the Scrum Team can operate effectively.
• Help the Scrum Team focus on creating high-value Increments that meet the “Definition of Done.”
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration as requested or needed.
• Facilitate regular and effective team retrospectives to foster continuous improvement.
• Managing and planning in an environment where resources have multiple assignments and are rarely dedicated to one project.

What skills and experience are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or a related field is preferred.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Scrum certification (SAFe framework preferred).
• 2+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar role in Agile teams.
• Deep understanding of Scrum and Agile principles.
• Familiarity with software development processes and procedures.
• Very Good verbal and written communication skills (Bilingualism English, and French an asset). English will be used in particular to implement various projects or training courses across our various offices, including those outside Quebec;
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and transparent team environment.
• Occasional travel between offices is expected.

When you apply

If you require assistance or accommodation during our recruitment process, please notify Human Resources so that we can review and consider how we may be able to assist you based on your individual needs.

We offer you

Global Excel offers more than a position!

• We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary, performance bonus and an extensive benefit package;
• A professional future with opportunities for development, growth, and advancement;
• RRSP Match program;
• Work/life balance, health and wellness initiatives including an excellent EAP program;
• Employee engagement programs that focus on fitness, food, and fun.

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