RQ11531 – Scrum Master – Intermediate

S M Software Solutions Inc; Toronto; Presencial; CAD 90 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement is seeking an experienced Scrum Master – Intermediate to support agile teams in Toronto, onsite five days a week. The role emphasizes Scrum methodology, DevOps, CI/CD, stakeholder engagement, and coaching to improve delivery within an enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate will facilitate ceremonies, remove impediments, mentor teams, and collaborate with Product Owners to keep backlogs well defined and ready for development.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business or related field.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification.
• Experience bridging DevOps and Agile teams in enterprise settings.
• Hands-on Jira, Confluence, Git, Jenkins and CI/CD practice.
• Familiarity with AWS/Azure/GCP and Docker/Kubernetes.

Responsabilidades

• Provide subject matter guidance on project methods and Agile practices.
• Prepare training materials on project delivery methodologies.
• Acquire, document, and implement IT standards and guidelines.

Conhecimentos

Agile facilitation

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Team empowerment

Conflict resolution

CI/CD understanding

DevOps experience

Scrum ceremonies

Communication

Mentoring

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Business

Ferramentas

Jira

Confluence

Git

Jenkins

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud platforms

Descrição da oferta de emprego

• Hours: 7.25 hours per day

Client: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement - RQ11531

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master – Intermediate with strong expertise in Scrum methodology, Agile practices, business analysis, DevOps environments, CI/CD processes, stakeholder management, team facilitation, coaching, and Agile metrics. The successful candidate will support Agile development teams, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, manage impediments, promote self-organization, collaborate with Product Owners, and help ensure effective project delivery within an enterprise environment.

Role Snapshot

• Job Title: RQ11531 – Scrum Master – Intermediate
• Client: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement
• Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Work Arrangement: Onsite – 5 Days per Week
• Estimated Start Date: September 21, 2026
• Estimated End Date: October 1, 2027
• Business Days: 283.00
• Extension: Probable after the initial mandate
• Hours: 7.25 hours per day
• Security Level: No Clearance Required

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certifications.
• Experience in DevOps Environments: Previous experience as a Scrum Master and Business Analyst within a DevOps setting, bridging the gap between development and operations teams.
• Familiarity with DevOps Tools: Hands‑on experience with Jira, Confluence, Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD processes.
• Experience with Cloud and Containerization Technologies: Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and tools like Docker or Kubernetes.
• Backlog Management: Experience collaborating with Product Owners to manage product backlogs, ensuring the highest‑priority work is well‑defined and ready for development.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance on specific project methods.
• Prepare training materials and training sessions on project delivery methodology in accordance with guidelines.
• Acquire, customize, document, integrate, communicate, and implement comprehensive IT standards and guidelines.

General Skills

• Knowledge and experience with Agile Information and Information Technology (I&IT) methods and techniques associated with the development and implementation of enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Communication, facilitation, negotiation, consensus building, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and proven ability to do effective stakeholder management.
• Knowledge and experience in Agile methodology and ability to educate others.
• Experience facilitating the relationships between the Agile team and Product Owner and maintaining a safe working environment for the team by helping with conflict resolution.
• Experience leading the Agile methodology and development teams in self‑organization and identifying and filling in blanks in the framework.
• Experience mentoring and coaching the teams on removing impediments.
• Experience capturing feedback and documenting sprint reviews to administer project goals and improve team performance.

Desirable Skills

• Project Methodology certifications such as:
  • Agile Coach
  • Scrum Master
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Other relevant project methodology certifications

Experience And Skill Set Requirements

Required Qualifications – 40%

• Strong understanding of both Scrum methodology and business analysis frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience with DevOps tools and processes, particularly CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven ability to lead teams, resolve conflicts, and ensure productivity in an Agile environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications – 20%

• Advanced Certifications: PMI-ACP, SAFe Scrum Master, or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certifications are highly desirable.
• Software Development Background: Experience in software development is advantageous, enabling better communication with technical teams.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in industries like finance, healthcare, or other regulated sectors is preferred.

Required Skillset – 20%

Scrum and Agile Expertise

• Demonstrated ability to lead Agile ceremonies and implement Scrum principles effectively across development teams.

Business Process Modelling

• Proficiency in modelling current and future business processes using tools like BPMN and process flow diagrams.

Requirements Gathering

• Strong expertise in gathering and documenting business requirements, translating them into actionable user stories and process documents.

Gap Analysis and Problem‑Solving

• Ability to perform gap analysis, identifying areas for process improvement and making recommendations.

Agile Metrics Management

• Skilled in tracking and analysing Agile metrics, including:
  • Burndown charts
  • Velocity
• Ability to use Agile metrics to drive team performance improvements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Expertise in managing and balancing stakeholder needs while ensuring alignment with development priorities.

Conflict Resolution

• Experience resolving conflicts within the team and between stakeholders to maintain harmony and productivity.

Soft Skills – 20%

Servant Leadership

• Lead with a servant‑leader approach, focusing on removing blockers for the team and empowering them to achieve their goals.

Effective Communication

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of clearly articulating technical and business requirements to diverse audiences.

Coaching and Mentoring

• Experience coaching teams on Agile principles, ensuring continuous learning and improvement within the team.

Adaptability

• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and shifting priorities while maintaining focus on delivery.

Collaboration

• Proven ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, fostering a culture of teamwork and shared goals.

Conflict Mediation

• Skilled at resolving conflicts both within the team and with external stakeholders, ensuring smooth project progress.

Time Management and Multitasking

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced Agile environment.

Emotional Intelligence

• High level of emotional intelligence, fostering empathy and understanding to effectively manage team dynamics and relationships.