Senior Scrum Master - 6 Month Contract

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Scrum Master in South Africa, Gauteng. Responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies, supporting product development, and ensuring team effectiveness through Agile methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess a degree and 6-8 years of relevant experience. Preferred certifications include CSM or PSM.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of experience in Agile project management.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).

Responsibilities

• Champion and implement Scrum principles to support product development.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning and daily stand-ups.
• Support the Product Owner in backlog grooming and prioritization.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Facilitation skills

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Effective communication

Education

Degree or Diploma in a relevant field

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Agile methodologies, excellent facilitation skills, and a passion for fostering collaboration and continuous improvement within cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion and implement Scrum principles to support product development and team effectiveness.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Support the Product Owner in backlog grooming and prioritization.
• Promote transparency, openness, and improved communication across the team.
• Assist in identifying and resolving defects/bugs to maintain product quality.
• Apply Agile metrics to monitor team performance and drive productivity improvements.
• Encourage and support continuous improvement and the development of team standards.
• Measure team success through Sprint surveys and delivery of business value.
• Act as a servant leader and coach to the Scrum team, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant field.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in Agile project management or related roles.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in complex environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent.
• Agile Coaching or SAFe certifications are a plus.