Intermediate Scrum Master (12 month contract)

Smart4Energy; Wes-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart4Energy is seeking an Intermediate Scrum Master to join their dynamic team on a 12-month hybrid contract. The role involves facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coaching teams on Agile practices, and collaborating closely with Product Owners to enhance sprint delivery. The ideal candidate will bring 2-4 years of Scrum Master experience and a strong comprehension of Agile frameworks, leveraging skills in communication and conflict resolution to drive team success.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience as a Scrum Master (Business and IT).
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar agile tools.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups and Sprint Planning.
• Coach teams on Agile principles and improve team performance.
• Collaborate with Product Owners for backlog grooming.

Skills

Agile frameworks

Communication

Facilitation

Conflict-resolution

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

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Location: Hybrid – Cape Town, South Africa

Duration: 12 Months

We're looking for a proactive and collaborative Intermediate Scrum Master to join a dynamic team on a 12-month contract. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work both remotely and from our Cape Town office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives).
• Coach teams on Agile principles and help them improve velocity and quality.
• Remove impediments and support the team in meeting their sprint goals.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure a well-groomed backlog.
• Track and report on key delivery metrics and sprint progress.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience as a Scrum Master (Combination of Business and IT).
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (especially Scrum and Kanban).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience with agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setup.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Insurance

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