Scrum Master - Networking Background

Scrum Master - Networking Background

Posted 2 weeks ago by N Consulting Global

Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The role of Scrum Master requires a motivated individual with experience in Networking or Telecom to lead Agile teams in delivering secure networking solutions. The Scrum Master will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, coach teams on Agile principles, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure project goals are met. This position emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement and effective communication within cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in Agile environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives)
  • Remove impediments and foster a culture of continuous improvement
  • Coach teams and stakeholders on Agile/Scrum principles and best practices
  • Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and prioritize the product backlog
  • Track and report team metrics (velocity, burn-down charts, etc.) to support data-driven decisions
  • Align team outputs with networking project goals (e.g., SD-WAN, LAN/WAN upgrades, network automation)
  • Coordinate with engineering leads and architects on solution design and deployment
  • Act as a bridge between Agile processes and traditional network operations

Key Skills:

  • 3+ years as a Scrum Master in Agile software or infrastructure environments
  • Strong background in Networking or Telecom, preferably with hands-on experience in: Routing & Switching (e.g., OSPF, BGP, MPLS)
  • Network Security (e.g., Firewalls, VPN)
  • Wireless technologies or SDN/NFV is a plus
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform)
  • Solid understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent certification
  • Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant-leadership skills

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Ipswich

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scrum Master with a strong background in Networking or Telecom to guide Agile teams in delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure networking solutions. You will work closely with product owners, network engineers, and cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of projects in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives)
  • Remove impediments and foster a culture of continuous improvement
  • Coach teams and stakeholders on Agile/Scrum principles and best practices
  • Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and prioritize the product backlog
  • Track and report team metrics (velocity, burn-down charts, etc.) to support data-driven decisions
  • Align team outputs with networking project goals (e.g., SD-WAN, LAN/WAN upgrades, network automation)
  • Coordinate with engineering leads and architects on solution design and deployment
  • Act as a bridge between Agile processes and traditional network operations

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 3+ years as a Scrum Master in Agile software or infrastructure environments
  • Strong background in Networking or Telecom , preferably with hands-on experience in: Routing & Switching (e.g., OSPF, BGP, MPLS)
  • Network Security (e.g., Firewalls, VPN)
  • Wireless technologies or SDN/NFV is a plus
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and network automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform)
  • Solid understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent certification
  • Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and servant-leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in Agile transformation in traditional IT/networking environments
  • Exposure to cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience with Agile tools (JIRA, Confluence, Rally)