Scrum Master Senior

Intact Financial Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Scrum Master, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing Agile processes across multiple teams. This position offers the opportunity to lead initiatives, foster collaboration, and create a culture of trust and transparency. With a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth, you will have the chance to shape the future of the organization while being part of a dynamic team. Enjoy a hybrid work model that balances in-person collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. This role not only promises a rewarding career but also a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Financial rewards program

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Extensive flex pension and benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Extra days off

Annual wellness account

Support for physical and mental health

Dynamic workplace learning ecosystem

Inclusive employee-led networks

Community Impact program

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience leading IT initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as Scrum Master for multiple teams, guiding Agile practices.
• Remove impediments and foster a safe environment for teams.

Skills

Agile Principles

Scrum

Kanban

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

About the role

Our growing team is looking for a Senior Scrum Master!

As a Scrum Master, you play a crucial role in facilitating, shaping and reshaping the Agile process to keep the teams engaged and performant.

What you'll do here:

• Act as Scrum Master for multiple teams.

• Guide the team and organization on how to use the best Agile practices and shape the process to serve the team.

• Form and chaperon teams to the next level of performance and maturity.

• Remove impediments or guide the team to remove impediments by connecting them with the right people in the right places.

• Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear of blame, retribution, or being judged, with an emphasis on healing and problem-solving.

• Assist with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information.

• Support and educate the Product Owner, especially on grooming and maintaining the product backlog.

• Lead by example.

• Collaborate with other Scrum Masters.

• Be part of the communities of practice for Scrum Masters.

• Work closely and manage follow ups with various collaborators: Developers, Data Scientists, Data governance, Security, Product Owners and Architecture.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or any combination of equivalent education and experience.

• Minimum 4 to 5 years of relevant experience leading initiatives within IT.

• Strong understanding of Agile principles and demonstrate ability to apply it on daily basis.

• Experience with Scrum and Kanban as a team member or other capacity.

• Ability and experience leading small to mid sized squads preferred.

• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to promote collaborative team environments and work well with cross-functional groups.

• A Scrum Master certification (PSM OR CSM) would be preferred.

• Experience and knowledge in the Platform Engineering, DevOps and CyberSecurity is a plus.

• Mastery of JIRA, Confluence.

• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

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What we offer

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

• A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

• An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

• An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

• Flexible work arrangements

• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

• An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.