Scrum Master

Liquid Thought; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the South African retail and services sector is looking for an experienced Scrum Master to spearhead their Agile transformation. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, ensuring effective Scrum practices, and driving delivery excellence in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong grasp of Agile methodologies and a proven track record in Scrum Master roles.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of experience in a Scrum Master role.
• Successful implementation of Agile practices for teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate team organization and progress tracking through daily stand-ups.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards at the end of each sprint.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Communication

Servant leadership

Education

Scrum Master certification

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Location: Sandton, Gauteng

Overview:

Our client, a well-established leader in the South African retail and services space, is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead their Agile transformation and drive delivery excellence across dynamic cross-functional teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a strong grasp of Agile methodologies, and are ready to make a significant impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 - 10 years of experience in a Scrum Master role
• Familiarity with software development environments and a project management background
• Successful implementation of Agile practices for teams and experience conducting PI planning workshops
• Good knowledge of other Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Scrumban)
• Scrum Master certification is mandatory
• Excellent knowledge of Scrum techniques and artifacts (such as definition of done, user stories, automated testing, backlog refinement)
• Hands-on experience with Jira and Confluence
• Excellent communication and servant leadership skills

Description:

• Assist software development teams in applying the Scrum framework effectively
• Facilitate team organization and progress tracking through daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Plan deliverables and monitor team performance
• Resolve issues, conflicts, and remove obstacles hindering team progress
• Collaborate with product owners to manage backlogs and handle new requests
• Support teams in implementing changes efficiently
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards at the end of each sprint
• Guide teams toward higher Scrum maturity levels
• Host daily meetings to update on project progress and address potential roadblocks
• Conduct regular stakeholder sessions to communicate project status
• Ensure deadlines are met with the desired outcomes
• Provide timely reports to stakeholders and keep all parties informed
• Capable of managing three or more teams simultaneously