Early in Career Scrum Master - UK

Cisco Systems; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in London is seeking an Early Career Scrum Master to join its dynamic automation team. In this role, you will facilitate agile ceremonies and coach the team on Scrum principles, contributing directly to team efficiency and morale. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has a basic understanding of Agile principles. This position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or relevant experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or IT.
• Entry-level Scrum Master certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Help the team adhere to Scrum principles.
• Coach the development team in self-organization.

Skills

Basic understanding of Agile principles

Familiarity with project management tools

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Job description

Start Date: as soon as possible

Location: Feltham, United Kingdom (Hybrid work approach, working from the Feltham office 1 day per week.)

Meet the Team

The Device Experience vision is to create a world-class and engaging workplace experience, leading with human-centred design, that enables people to do their best work. We are passionate about our employees, and we are driven to create a productive environment where we all can be ourselves and bring our whole self to work! We are transforming how Cisco designs and delivers the employee experience based on a culture that values a mindset of customer service, speed & agility in all we do, and are kind to each other. This role within the Device Experience team is focused on enabling automations and AI functionality across the Mac, Mobile, Windows, and Device Lifecycle teams. Join our dynamic and supportive automation team, where innovation and collaboration are at the core of everything we do.

Your Impact

As an Early Career Scrum Master, you will play a crucial role in enabling our Automation team to operate at its best. You will facilitate agile ceremonies, help remove impediments, and coach the team on Scrum principles and practices. This role is exciting because you will directly contribute to the team's efficiency and morale, gain hands-on experience in agile leadership, and see the tangible results of your efforts in delivering impactful technology. You'll be a catalyst for continuous improvement and a champion for agile values within the team. You will:

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Help the team adhere to Scrum principles and practices.
• Identify and help remove impediments to the team's progress.
• Coach the development team in self-organization and cross-functionality.
• Support the Product Owner in maintaining a healthy product backlog.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant experience is accepted in lieu of degree.
• Basic understanding of Agile principles and Scrum framework.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira).
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts and technologies quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Entry-level Scrum Master certification (e.g., CSM, PSM I).
• Internship or project experience in a software development environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.

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