Scrum Master

Leonardo UK Ltd; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking a skilled Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in delivering complex projects. The role combines home and on-site work, focusing on fostering collaboration, process improvements, and Agile adoption. Candidates should have experience with Scrum and SAFe methodologies, demonstrating strong leadership and mentoring skills. Join a diverse community of professionals dedicated to innovation in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Company funded healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Training access to 4000+ online courses

Discounted gym membership

Bonus scheme

Access to private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments, ideally with at least 3 years of experience.
• Solid experience with the SAFe methodology and demonstrated knowledge of PI Planning.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills with a focus on empowering teams to continuously improve.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Reviews.
• Work closely with product owners to ensure features are well-defined and prioritized.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, helping the team to enhance productivity.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Coaching

Communication

Mentoring

Education

SAFe certification

Experience as a Scrum Master

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Job Description:

The opportunity:

Due to growth, Leonardo have an exciting opportunity for aScrumMaster in the Firmware development team. As aScrumMaster you will help create and lead self-organising teams, to successfully deliver complex and innovative projects that delight customers.

You will belong to a community of diverseProject Managementprofessionals, bringing your own unique skills and experiences to contribute towards business improvement initiatives ensuring best practice and a consistent level of high performance across the business. You will help to drive the adoption of Agile practices while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement within our Scrum teams. The ideal candidate will bring experience with Scrum and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), as well as a passion for coaching and developing high-performing teams. The role will be a mixture of home based and onsite.

What you’ll do as aScrumMaster:

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Scrum Master who will provide servant-leadership for at least two Scrum teams. This role requires someone who can guide teams through the Agile process and help them achieve their goals with a strong focus on continuous improvement. You will facilitate key Agile ceremonies, including Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Reviews, while also working to resolve blockers and ensure smooth delivery within an Agile framework.

You will work closely with product owners, key stakeholders, and development teams, helping to drive collaboration and a shared commitment toward achieving both ART (Agile Release Train) and sprint objectives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Facilitate PI Planning (Program Increment Planning) sessions, contributing to a successful and aligned ART.
• Work closely with product owners to ensure features are clear and well-defined and that backlog items are properly prioritised.
• Foster collaboration and communication within teams, ensuring that all team members are aligned with sprint goals and objectives.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, helping the team to identify ways to enhance productivity and performance.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to help team members grow their understanding of Agile practices and principles.
• Help teams follow Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile methodologies, ensuring these techniques are adapted to suit the business needs.
• Share common Agile and Scaled Agile practices with the broader organisation to help raise awareness and consistency in Agile practices across teams.

Working for Leonardo as a ScrumMaster is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow with us.

What we need from you:

Your inspirational leadership andagilemind-set gives you the ability to build and lead a high performing, diverse team to deliver successful outcomes. You will be able to demonstrate:

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile environments, ideally with at least 3 years of experience.
• Solid experience with the SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodology and demonstrated knowledge of PI Planning.
• Familiarity with Scrum/Kanban methodologies and an ability to apply them based on team needs.
• Experience in leading teams through PI Planning sessions.
• Proficiency in Agile tools such as JIRA and Confluence, including the ability to create reports and dashboards .
• Knowledge of BigPicture (desirable) for managing and tracking Agile initiatives within JIRA.
• Experience working in teams where Agile techniques have been adapted to meet specific business goals (that don't fit into a true Agile model)
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills with a focus on empowering teams to continuously improve, enhancing productivity and quality.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• A strong ability to foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and remove obstacles that may impede team progress.
• Knowledge of FPGAs / SoCs is a plus, although not mandatory.
• Knowledge of working within Engineering or Technology Infrastructure teams (desirable).
• SAFe certification (e.g. SAFe Scrum Master (SSM)), is highly desirable.

Security Clearance

Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK security clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance please visit:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit:

Company Benefits | Leonardo in the UK

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:

GB - Edinburgh

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid