Scrum Master

Brainhunter; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Scrum Master to facilitate agile product development. This on-site role requires 3 days per week presence in Winnipeg, while coaching teams on Agile methods and ensuring team efficiency. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a proven track record in empowering teams through Agile practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master with Agile mindset coaching.
• Demonstrated ability to promote innovative thinking and self-improvement.
• Proven knowledge of Agile methods to guide and optimize team functions.

Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor, and support the team in agile product development.
• Facilitate Team Events and help to remove impediments.
• Support transparency through communication and foster collaboration.

Skills

5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master

Coaching teams on Agile practices

Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe

Strong communication skills

Influence and trust-building

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Overview

Brainhunter is currently seeking “Scrum Master” to work for our valued Financial Service Client. The position requires the successful consultant to be on-site 3 days a week either in Toronto / London / Winnipeg location.

Qualifications

Any specific tools / skillset :

• 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, during which you coached teams on Agile practices and ensured alignment to Agile mindset
• Demonstrated ability to promote innovative thinking and self-improvement within the team
• Proven knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe or hybrid methods to guide and optimize the way the team works with maximum efficiency & effectiveness
• Experience with technology product management and delivery 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 her / him
• Able to build a sense of trust and rapport that creates a comfortable & effective workplace

Role profile description

As a Scrum Master, you employ servant leadership to coach, mentor and support the team in agile product / project development and delivery methods. You will facilitate and / or support Team Events, coach the team in defining efficient ways of working and help the team to remove impediments. You will 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.

What You'll Do

• Organize and guide the team on how to use Scrum, Kanban and other Agile practices and methodologies
• Coach the team on effective use of Agile Ceremonies including Daily Scrum, Kanban Replenishment, Retrospective and Sprint Planning, supporting full team engagement
• Support / Mentor the Product Owner on developing Vision, Product Roadmap, release plan, sprint plan and backlog grooming
• Remove impediments and protect the team from distractions
• Foster collaboration across all team members, encouraging cross-training and mutual support
• Guide and coach those outside the Teams to understand which interactions with the Team are helpful and which are not
• Keep the team organized and on track via reporting - Burndown charts, cycle time, etc. to ensure transparency and awareness amongst the team practitioners
• Foster self-organization and growth within the team
• Reinforce 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