Senior Scrum Master

Role Overview

• The purpose of this role is to be able to build a maximum of three high performing multi-discipline teams (usually of size 8-10) of developers, QA resources and testers in The SAFe Agile Scrum Development process.
• The Lead Scrum master will provide the coaching, mentoring and day to day governship of the Scrum process to ensure that all Agile development best practices are followed and the teams reach their full potential and are able to self-manage.
• If not directly mentoring more than one team, the Lead Scrum Master will be usually seen building and mentoring the team needed within the most complex area or with teams which have the most challenges to overcome to be highly performing.
• The Lead Scrum master will facilitate and drive the development of a consistent of processes across the department that creates the underlying Scrum Framework utilised by all members of the Scrum teams.
• They will own the Spint planning process for their own teams, building teams of self-organised resources, and defining/facilitating key processes such as the product backlog refinement, daily standups, sprint reviews and sprint retrospectives.
• Ultimately, the Lead Scrum Master must remove any impediments that are stopping the team complete the developments they have contracted to the Business will be delivered in the Sprint.
• The Lead Scrum Master will act as lead for the Scrum of Scrums meeting and will take the lead in educating other teams, in and outside of the department in developing agile processes, being able to act as an Agile Delivery lead for new implementations of Agile across the organisation.

Requirements

• 5 to 8 Years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's Degree with Computer Science, Information Systems or Business field of study required.
• Certified Scrum Master
• Possesses strong data entry skills.
• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Able to recognize and attend to important details with accuracy and efficiency.
• Able to communicate clearly and convey necessary information.
• Able to converse and write effectively in English
• Able to create and conduct formal presentations.
• Able to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Able to negotiate skillfully, promote/sell ideas persuasively, and close transactions with mutually beneficial results.
• Possesses strong multi-cultural interpersonal skills.
• Possesses strong leadership skills with a willingness to lead, create new ideas, and be assertive.
• Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, driving tasks to completion.
• Able to constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlines.
• Able to maintain and promote social, ethical, and organizational standards in conducting internal and external business activities.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Able to build solid, effective working relationships with others.
• Able to exhibit ability to be sensitive to the needs, concerns, and feelings of others.
• Able to quickly learn new systems and technology.
• Able to use relevant computer system applications at an advanced level.

Benefits

• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.