Scrum Master

Donna Cona; London; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Scrum Master to implement Agile methodologies in project development, ensuring team efficiency and effective communications. The role requires over 5 years of experience in Scrum, strong coaching abilities, and familiarity with JIRA and Confluence. The ideal candidate will promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration, making it essential to foster trust and transparency within teams. This is a hybrid position located in London.

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
• Demonstrated ability to promote innovative thinking.
• Proven knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe or hybrid methods.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support Team Events.
• Promote transparency through clear communication.
• Coach the team on continuous process improvements.

Skills

Agile practices

Scrum methodology

Coaching

Communication skills

Team facilitation

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Overview

Reference #: 8113

Location: Winnipeg, Toronto, or London (Hybrid)

Type: Sub-contract

Donna Cona Inc. is currently seeking a Scrum Master for one of our key clients. As a Scrum Master you will employ servant leadership to coach, mentor and support the team in agile product / project development and delivery methods. Facilitate and/or support Team Events, coach the team in defining efficient ways of working and help the team to remove impediments. Support transparency through clear communication and help foster collaboration and understanding between the Product Owner and the team. Additionally, as the Delivery Lead you will be coaching team members on continuous process improvements and goals, focusing on the achievement of excellent results whilst building and nurturing a trusting and safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support Team Events and coach the team in defining efficient ways of working; help remove impediments to enable smooth delivery.
• Promote transparency through clear communication and foster collaboration between the Product Owner and the team.
• Coach team members on continuous process improvements and goal achievement within a trusting and safe environment.
• Support the delivery of agile product and project development using servant leadership.
• Ensure effective use of Agile practices and methodologies to maximize team efficiency and effectiveness.
• Hands on with JIRA and Confluence to ensure boards and cards are appropriately updated.

Qualifications

Candidate MUST have the following:

• Over five (5+) years of experience as a Scrum Master, including coaching teams on Agile practices and ensuring alignment to Agile mindset;
• Demonstrated ability to promote innovative thinking and self-improvement within a team;
• Proven knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe or hybrid methods to guide and optimize the way the team works with maximum efficiency and effectiveness;
• Experience with technology product management and delivery is an asset;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate complex messages and teach new concepts;
• Bring a high-energy and passionate outlook to the job and can influence those around them; and
• Able to build a sense of trust and rapport that creates a comfortable and effective workplace.

Candidate should have the following demonstrated experience:

• Organizing and guiding a team on how to use Scrum, Kanban and other Agile practices and methodologies;
• Coaching the team on effective use of Agile Ceremonies including Daily Scrum, Kanban Replenishment, Retrospective and Sprint Planning, supporting full team engagement;
• Supporting/Mentoring Product Owner on developing Vision, Product Roadmap, release plan, sprint plan and backlog grooming;
• Removing impediments and protecting the team from distractions;
• Fostering collaboration across all team members, encouraging cross-training and mutual support;
• Guiding and coaching those outside the teams to understand which interactions with the team are helpful and which are not;
• Keeping the team organized and on track via reporting – Burndown charts, cycle time, etc. to ensure transparency and awareness amongst the team practitioners;
• Fostering self-organization and growth within the team;
• Reinforcing Agile mindset – Continuous Improvement in teams through conversations, coaching, and role-playing exercises;
• Hands on with JIRA and Confluence to ensure board(s) and cards are appropriately updated.

Donna Cona is committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. We don’t discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age or any other protected status. We are committed to maintaining a barrier free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals.