Scrum Master

Hansonwade; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to guide Agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. This role involves facilitating Agile practices, removing impediments, and supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will thrive in collaborative environments and possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, ensuring continuous improvement and team empowerment.

Benefits

Private health and life insurance

Flexible working arrangements (Hybrid options)

Professional development and training opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies like daily stand-ups and sprint planning.
• Support the Product Owner in backlog management and prioritization.
• Identify and remove obstacles that hinder team progress.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Communication

Problem-solving

Facilitation

Conflict resolution

Education

Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM I or higher)

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Scrum Master to guide our agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. You will be instrumental in facilitating Agile practices, removing impediments, and ensuring that our cross-functional teams are aligned, productive, and continuously improving. This role is perfect for a servant-leader who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and has a passion for Agile principles and team empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, and QA Engineers to ensure the team delivers value each sprint.
• Identify and remove obstacles that hinder team progress and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Guide teams in Agile best practices and coach them through Agile maturity.
• Support the Product Owner in backlog management, prioritisation, and planning.
• Track and communicate sprint progress and team performance using appropriate Agile tools.
• Shield the team from external distractions and ensure a sustainable pace of development.
• Promote a positive team environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and Agile delivery.
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and coaching cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar Agile project management tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and motivate teams.
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices and their role in Agile development environments.
• Experience working in distributed or hybrid teams.
• Ability to analyse team metrics and use them to drive continuous improvement.
• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

Desirable Skills

• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM I or higher).
• Experience in scaled Agile environments (e.g., SAFe, LeSS).
• Technical background or familiarity with software development processes.
• Experience in coaching or mentoring Agile teams.

What We Offer

• Private health and life insurance
• Flexible working arrangements (Hybrid options).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, access to our Wader Hub benefits platform , and more.

Please note: we cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Salary: £60,000 per annum + Bonus