Scrum Master

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Scrum Master to guide and support Agile teams through the delivery of high-value software products. This role requires a strong understanding of Scrum principles, SAFe practices, and the ability to coach teams to become self-organizing, high-performing units. The Scrum Master will facilitate PI Planning, iteration events, and work closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to ensure seamless Agile execution and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Agile & Scrum Facilitation:

• Facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning including preparation, coordination, drafting PI plans, and creating team PI objectives.
• Guide the team through Scrum ceremonies: Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Support the execution of iterations and sprints, ensuring delivery alignment and backlog health.
• Remove impediments to team progress and act as a servant-leader for the Scrum Team.

Product Owner Support:

• Assist in defining effective Product Goals and managing the Product Backlog.
• Help the team and Product Owner understand the importance of clear and concise backlog items.
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration and engagement as needed.

Team Coaching & Development:

• Coach team members in self-management and Agile best practices.
• Foster a high-performance culture within the team, focused on delivering high-value increments that meet the Definition of Done.
• Drive continuous process improvements and facilitate a culture of inspection and adaptation.

Requirements:

Must-Have:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Strong experience applying Scrum principles, practices, and theory in real-world projects.
• Hands-on experience working within a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment.
• Previous experience as a Team Leader with capabilities in coaching, mentoring, and training Agile teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.

Skills Required
Focus, Conflict Resolution, Conflict Management, Management, Scrum, Team Coach