We are looking for a Scrum Master that has experience and proven track in managing projects within an Agile Custom Development and Integration environment. The successful Scrum Master will be responsible for owning the delivery of numerous Agile projects on an end-to-end basis in demanding customer environments. What you'll do:Work closely with the development teams, product owners and delivery team managers to pinpoint existing process flaws and identify a prioritized agile improvement roadmap to support consistent predictable delivery.High velocity communicator – making sure that all information regarding changes in scope, delays other issues are communicated to key stakeholders.Runs daily, weekly and monthly agile ceremonies efficiently and strictly.Participate in daily stand-ups, ensuring agile processes are followed, provide feedback to delivery teams and focus the teams on agreed sprint goals.Drives improvements that are generated by agile retrospectivesResearch and educate the teams regarding utilization of appropriate features of our agile management toolsProvide update reports on Agile process for the wider organizationFacilitate the communication across different delivery teams to resolve dependencies and impediments.Work with the Product Owner to protect the current sprint commitments and continually refine and prioritize the backlogEnforces the definition of ready for work coming into the development teamEnforces and educates external parties about the process for submission of development work requests.Continuously learning and educating the development team and fellow Scrum Masters on Agile methodologies and practicesCoach and mentor the delivery teams to increase agile maturity across the companyActively contributes to the Scrum Master Community of PracticeTaking responsibility for some Business Analysis aspects such as:Studying business needs and eliciting requirements Documenting requirements into a product backlog with clear and unambiguous acceptance criteria and business rulesEnsuring that the requirements are delivered in the implemented solution, on time and of a top qualityPreparing Release NotesPost Go-Live ReportingDeveloping and maintaining User GuidesYour expertise:Years experience: 7+A Certified Scrum Master (PSM or CSM) preferredMust have solid experience and understanding of the Scrum principlesProven experience within a Product Driven and Custom Development environment.At least 5 years' experience as an Agile Project Manager or Scrum Master within an Agile environment.Ability to understand technical issues at a high levelAbility to coach multiple teams to reach their highest potential and deadlinesProven ability to work independently without supervision whilst driving decision in a collaborative fashionHigh attention to detail and sense of ownership and responsibilityExcellent communication and inter-personal skills – able to interact with a wide range of individuals from Developers, Testers and Product Owners to senior management and executives.Knowledge of and exposure to other software development methodologies and project management frameworks and concepts.Qualifications:MatricRelevant IT/ Scrum Master qualification Personal attributes: Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.Confidence to express ideas as part of a creative team.Excellent communication (written, oral) and interpersonal skills.A Self-Starter capable of working under pressure.Curious and engaged in Continuous Learning and Professional Development.Other information applicable to the opportunity:Contract Position: Initial 6-Month ContractWhy work for us?Want to work for an organization that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise. We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovative solutions across multiple industries using an array of technologies.?You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains.?Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft.
