Scrum Master - Network Background

Natobotics; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in networking solutions is seeking a motivated Scrum Master with a strong background in Networking or Telecom. In this role, you will guide Agile teams to deliver high-quality networking projects, ensuring effective collaboration and adherence to Agile principles. If you have the required experience and a passion for leading teams, this position may be the right opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Scrum Master in Agile environments.
• Hands-on experience with Routing, Switching, and Network Security.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies for Agile teams.
• Coach teams on Agile principles and remove impediments.
• Coordinate with engineering leads on solution design.

Skills

Networking

Telecom

Agile methodologies

Servant leadership

Conflict resolution

Facilitation

Education

Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent certification

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Rally

Ansible

Python

Terraform

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scrum Master with a strong background in Networking or Telecom to guide Agile teams in delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure networking solutions. You will work closely with product owners, network engineers, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of projects in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives)
• Remove impediments and foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Coach teams and stakeholders on Agile/Scrum principles and best practices
• Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and prioritize the product backlog
• Track and report team metrics (velocity, burn-down charts, etc.) to support data-driven decisions
• Align team outputs with networking project goals (e.g., SD-WAN, LAN/WAN upgrades, network automation)
• Coordinate with engineering leads and architects on solution design and deployment
• Act as a bridge between Agile processes and traditional network operations
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years as a Scrum Master in Agile software or infrastructure environments
• Strong background in Networking or Telecom, preferably with hands-on experience in:
• Routing & Switching (e.g., OSPF, BGP, MPLS)
• Network Security (e.g., Firewalls, VPN)
• Wireless technologies or SDN/NFV is a plus
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform)
• Solid understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent certification
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant-leadership skills
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Agile transformation in traditional IT/networking environments
• Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence, Rally)