Scrum Master
Posted 4 days ago by Randstad UK
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Hatfield, England, United Kingdom
Summary: We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join our team in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, in a hybrid role that requires two days in the office. The Scrum Master will serve as a leader and coach for agile development teams, guiding them to deliver high-quality products while promoting agile principles. Key responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coaching teams, removing impediments, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Scrum and Agile methodologies, along with strong communication and facilitation skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, ensuring productivity and intended outcomes.
- Coach and mentor development teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Agile principles and best practices.
- Proactively identify, track, and remove impediments that hinder team progress.
- Drive continuous improvement by analyzing team metrics and implementing actionable improvements.
- Ensure clear communication between the development team, Product Owner, and stakeholders.
- Champion Agile and Scrum values across the organization.
- Track and report on team progress and relevant metrics.
- Assist in resolving team conflicts and fostering a positive team environment.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience (typically 10+ years) as a dedicated Scrum Master.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles and the Scrum framework.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Experience in removing impediments and resolving team challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and strong problem-solver.
- Experience with scaled agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS) is a plus.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Hatfield
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 2 days in office)
Salary: To Be Agreed
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and passionate Scrum Master to join our dynamic team in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. This is a hybrid role, requiring 2 days per week in our Hatfield office to foster collaboration and team cohesion, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remaining days. As a Scrum Master, you will be a servant leader and coach for our agile development teams. You will be instrumental in guiding and empowering teams to deliver high-quality products efficiently and effectively, while upholding agile principles and practices. You will remove impediments, facilitate ceremonies, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and self-organization
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitation: Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are productive and achieve their intended outcomes.
- Coaching & Mentoring: Coach and mentor development teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Agile principles, Scrum framework, and best practices. Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous learning.
- Impediment Removal: Proactively identify, track, and remove impediments that hinder team progress, escalating where necessary and collaborating with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues.
- Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement within the team by analyzing team metrics, facilitating retrospectives, and implementing actionable improvements to enhance team performance and efficiency.
- Stakeholder Communication: Ensure clear and effective communication between the development team, Product Owner, and other stakeholders, promoting transparency around progress, challenges, and risks.
- Agile Advocacy: Champion Agile and Scrum values and principles across the organization, helping to embed an agile mindset and culture.
- Reporting: Track and report on team progress, burndown charts, velocity, and other relevant metrics to provide transparency and support informed decision-making.
- Conflict Resolution: Assist in resolving team conflicts and fostering a positive and productive team environment.
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience (typically 10+ years) working as a dedicated Scrum Master with multiple software development teams.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, and deep knowledge of the Scrum framework.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification (e.g., PSM I) is highly desirable.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Demonstrable experience in removing impediments and resolving team challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
- Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and a strong problem-solver.
- Experience with scaled agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS) is a plus.
To Apply: If you are a highly motivated and experienced Scrum Master looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this role.