Senior Scrum Master

Sasria; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in delivering high-quality projects. This role emphasizes strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in facilitating Scrum practices and coaching team members, fostering collaboration, and enhancing team performance. If you are passionate about Agile methodologies and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the organization.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience as a Scrum Master in insurance or finance.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Ensure team meets sprint goals and delivers high-quality products.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Agile Methodologies

Scrum Mastery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Advanced Certifications (CSP, PMI-ACP)

Tools

Agile Tools

Job description

This role demands strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement and ensure the successful delivery of the company's strategic projects. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies and a proven track record of leading Scrum teams to deliver high-quality products.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business, Engineering or a related field is required.
2. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification is required.
3. Advanced certifications such as Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) or PMI-ACP is an advantage.

Experience

1. Minimum of 5-8 years of experience as a Scrum Master.
2. Proven experience in leading Scrum teams, preferably in insurance or finance related fields.

Key Performance Areas and Tasks

1. Facilitation and Coaching
   Conduct daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
   Coach team members on Agile principles and practices.
   Facilitate communication and collaboration within the team.
2. Team Performance and Delivery
   Ensure the team meets sprint goals and delivers high-quality products.
   Monitor and track team performance using Agile metrics.
   Remove impediments that hinder team progress.
3. Continuous Improvement
   Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
   Implement feedback from retrospectives to enhance team performance.
   Encourage innovation and experimentation.
4. Stakeholder Management
   Communicate effectively with stakeholders to manage expectations.
   Ensure alignment between the team and stakeholders on project goals.
   Provide regular updates on team progress and performance.
5. Agile Practices and Processes
   Ensure adherence to Agile practices and principles.
   Customize Agile processes to fit the team's needs.
   Maintain and improve Agile tools and artifacts.