Scrum Master

Scrum Master

Posted 1 day ago by Natobotics

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Scrum Master role in London is a contract position that focuses on facilitating Scrum events and coaching teams in Agile principles. The position requires the Scrum Master to remove impediments, support the Product Owner, and promote continuous improvement within the team. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize and lead all Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
  • Guide the team on Agile principles and Scrum values, helping them become more self-organizing and skilled.
  • Identify and remove any obstacles or blockers that hinder the team's progress.
  • Shield the team from external interruptions and distractions to maintain focus.
  • Collaborate with the Product Owner to ensure the product backlog is properly prioritized and managed.
  • Encourage the team to improve their processes and the quality of their work.
  • Facilitate clear and effective communication within the team and between stakeholders.

Key Skills:

  • Strong understanding of Agile methodology and the Scrum framework.
  • Servant leadership and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to resolve conflicts and address challenges effectively.
  • Proven experience in leading meetings and decision-making processes.
  • A Bachelor's degree is often required, along with a relevant certification like a Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
  • Previous experience working on an Agile team is often a prerequisite.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role : Scrum Master

Location : London

Contract Role

Work Mode : Hybrid

Job Description

Core responsibilities

  • Facilitate Scrum events: Organize and lead all Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Scrums, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
  • Coach and mentor: Guide the team on Agile principles and Scrum values, helping them become more self-organizing and skilled.
  • Remove impediments: Identify and remove any obstacles or blockers that hinder the team's progress.
  • Protect the team: Shield the team from external interruptions and distractions to maintain focus.
  • Support the Product Owner: Collaborate with the Product Owner to ensure the product backlog is properly prioritized and managed.
  • Promote continuous improvement: Encourage the team to improve their processes and the quality of their work.
  • Foster communication: Facilitate clear and effective communication within the team and between stakeholders.

Required skills and qualifications

  • Agile and Scrum knowledge: Strong understanding of Agile methodology and the Scrum framework.
  • Leadership: Servant leadership and the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Problem-solving: Ability to resolve conflicts and address challenges effectively.
  • Facilitation: Proven experience in leading meetings and decision-making processes.
  • Education and certification: A Bachelor's degree is often required, along with a relevant certification like a Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
  • Experience: Previous experience working on an Agile team is often a prerequisite.