Scrum & Project Management

As Scrum Master you will work within a large IT division focused on the development and maintenance of software products within the business. You will serve and lead Scrum teams and enable change in the way the client operates, improving effectiveness, efficiency, and strong business/IT alignment.

Responsibilities:

• Be a Scrum master for 1-2 scrum team(s) with a focus on coaching the team(s) towards self-organization and continuous improvement.

• Facilitate Scrum events, discussions, and decision making.

• Assist the product owner(s) with creating and maintaining a healthy and ordered product backlog.

• Assist with internal and external communication; improve transparency and create information radiators.

• Reach out to the larger company network for impediment removal.

• Maintain relevant metrics that help the team see how they are doing.

• Ensure cross-team coordination. Take responsibility for managing dependencies between your team(s) and third parties.

• Coach and mentor other scrum masters. Ensure that our best ways of working are consistent across teams.

• Strengthen the presence of Accenture as an Agile center of excellence. Contribute to the company’s Agile Community. Keep the company network aware of relevant activities.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR?

• You are passionate about Agile and Scrum.

• You are a strong communicator and facilitator.

• You have 3 years or more of experience working in an agile environment, and considerable experience in playing the Scrum Master role.

• Any Scrum certification would be preferred.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive benefits, including a fair and balanced parental leave policy.

• At Accenture, we believe in bringing the best to our clients through continuous learning & improvement – from basic skills to industry-specific content – available to all our people.

• Career coaching and mentorship to help you manage your career and develop professionally.

• Performance Achievement – our performance management process that focuses on your strengths, progress, and career possibilities.

• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career across a variety of clients.

• Opportunities to get involved in corporate citizenship initiatives, from volunteering to doing charity work.