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Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Scrum Master to lead and facilitate Agile development processes within their organization. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from any location. As a Senior Scrum Master, you will be instrumental in coaching multiple Agile teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex software projects. You will champion Agile principles and practices, helping teams to maximize their efficiency, productivity, and collaboration.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This fully remote role offers the chance to make a significant impact on project delivery and team dynamics from the comfort of your home office.
Responsibilities:
- Coach and mentor multiple Scrum teams in adopting and maturing Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
- Facilitate Scrum events such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are productive and time-boxed.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and productivity.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting self-organization and cross-functionality.
- Guide teams in developing and adhering to best practices for backlog refinement, sprint execution, and release planning.
- Work with Product Owners to ensure effective backlog management and prioritization.
- Track and communicate team progress, metrics, and key performance indicators to stakeholders.
- Promote a culture of transparency, inspection, and adaptation throughout the organization.
- Contribute to the organizational Agile transformation by sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Resolve conflicts within and between teams, promoting healthy communication and collaboration.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging teams to experiment and learn.
- Ensure that team processes align with organizational goals and objectives.
- Assist in the development and implementation of Agile training programs for new team members.
- Serve as a thought leader and advocate for Agile principles and values.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master for multiple teams, with a strong understanding of Agile principles and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and remove impediments effectively.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development methodologies.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
- Experience in scaling Agile methodologies (e.g., SAFe) is a plus.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification required; Advanced certifications are highly desirable.
- A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement.
This fully remote role offers the chance to make a significant impact on project delivery and team dynamics from the comfort of your home office.
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Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and certified Senior Scrum Master to lead and guide multiple agile teams in a fully remote setting. This role is crucial for fostering a culture of continuous improvement, high performance, and efficient delivery of software solutions. You will be responsible for facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, coaching team members on agile principles and practices, and promoting self-organization and cross-functionality. As a remote-first role, exceptional communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills are paramount. You will work closely with Product Owners, Development Teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and maximize the value delivered by each team. Your expertise in agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, will be instrumental in optimizing team dynamics, improving workflow efficiency, and driving successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field, and hold a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior capacity guiding multiple teams, is required. Proven experience in facilitating complex agile processes, resolving conflicts, and driving significant improvements in team performance within a remote context is essential. Excellent coaching, communication, and leadership skills are a must. This is a fully remote position supporting our distributed workforce and serving the **Embu, Embu, KE** region, requiring a high degree of autonomy and proactivity. We are looking for a seasoned agile leader to empower our teams and drive exceptional project success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum events, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives for multiple agile teams.
- Coach and mentor Scrum teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on agile values, principles, and Scrum practices.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and productivity.
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment that encourages continuous improvement and self-organization.
- Guide teams in adopting and refining agile practices, ensuring adherence to Scrum framework.
- Work with Product Owners to ensure clear communication and understanding of product backlog items.
- Track and report on team progress, velocity, and key agile metrics.
- Promote transparency and effective communication across teams and with stakeholders.
- Contribute to the organizational agile transformation and adoption initiatives.
- Support and champion a remote-first work environment, utilizing digital collaboration tools effectively.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field, and hold a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior capacity guiding multiple teams, is required. Proven experience in facilitating complex agile processes, resolving conflicts, and driving significant improvements in team performance within a remote context is essential. Excellent coaching, communication, and leadership skills are a must. This is a fully remote position supporting our distributed workforce and serving the **Embu, Embu, KE** region, requiring a high degree of autonomy and proactivity. We are looking for a seasoned agile leader to empower our teams and drive exceptional project success.
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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to guide multiple agile teams towards optimal performance and continuous improvement. This hybrid role offers a blend of remote flexibility and essential in-person collaboration, supporting projects impacting the **Bungoma, Bungoma, KE** region. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Scrum principles, agile methodologies, and team dynamics. You will be responsible for facilitating Scrum ceremonies, coaching teams on agile practices, removing impediments, and fostering a collaborative and productive environment. Key duties include mentoring Scrum Masters, driving adoption of agile best practices across the organization, and working with product owners and stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful delivery. This role requires a leader who can navigate complex organizational structures, resolve conflicts effectively, and inspire teams to embrace agility. Experience with scaled agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe) is a significant advantage. We are looking for a highly motivated and adaptable individual who excels at fostering team cohesion and driving project success, whether working remotely or in the office. If you are a passionate agile advocate with a proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, this hybrid opportunity presents an excellent career path.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives).
- Coach and mentor multiple agile teams on Scrum principles and best practices.
- Remove impediments and obstacles that hinder team progress.
- Foster a collaborative, transparent, and self-organizing team environment.
- Work with Product Owners to ensure a clear and prioritized backlog.
- Drive continuous improvement within teams and across the organization.
- Promote agile adoption and understanding throughout the company.
- Track and report on team progress and performance metrics.
- Facilitate conflict resolution and address team dynamics effectively.
- Support the development and growth of other Scrum Masters.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required.
- Advanced certification (e.g., CSPO, CSP, SAFe Scrum Master) is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
- Proven experience coaching multiple Scrum teams simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of agile principles and various agile methodologies.
- Experience with scaled agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS) is a plus.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work effectively in both remote and in-office settings.
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Job Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and agile Senior Scrum Master to facilitate the successful execution of development projects within their organization. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from your preferred location, supporting teams with connections to Ruiru, Kiambu, KE . You will be responsible for guiding and coaching Scrum teams in adopting and applying Agile principles and practices. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to remove impediments and foster a collaborative team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitating Scrum events, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Coaching and mentoring Scrum teams to improve their Agile practices and self-organization.
- Removing impediments and obstacles that hinder the team's progress.
- Ensuring the Scrum framework is understood and enacted by the team.
- Working with the Product Owner to ensure the product backlog is well-maintained and prioritized.
- Shielding the team from external distractions and interruptions.
- Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team.
- Tracking team progress and reporting on key metrics, such as velocity and burndown charts.
- Collaborating with other Scrum Masters and stakeholders to improve Agile adoption across the organization.
- Mediating conflicts and fostering effective communication within and between teams.
- Guiding the team in estimating work and planning sprints.
- Ensuring adherence to Agile principles and best practices.
- Facilitating cross-functional collaboration and communication.
- Coaching the organization in its Agile transformation journey.
- Staying current with industry trends and best practices in Agile and Scrum.
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Senior Scrum Master
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Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Scrum Master to facilitate agile processes and guide multiple development teams in a fully remote setting. This critical role involves coaching teams on Scrum and Kanban principles, removing impediments, fostering self-organization, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. You will be instrumental in ensuring successful project delivery by optimizing team collaboration and efficiency. Key responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives), coaching and mentoring Scrum Masters and team members, tracking team progress, and identifying areas for process enhancement. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of agile methodologies, extensive experience as a Scrum Master, and proven leadership skills in a remote environment. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and servant leadership abilities are essential. A strong grasp of agile metrics and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) is also required. You should be adept at helping teams navigate complex technical challenges and embrace agile best practices. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, providing a high degree of autonomy and work-life balance. We are seeking a proactive individual who can empower teams, drive positive change, and contribute to the overall success of our client's software development initiatives. If you are passionate about agile and possess the skills to excel in a remote leadership capacity, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence how projects are managed and delivered, making a tangible impact on product development. Join our client and be a driving force in their agile transformation.
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Senior Scrum Master
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Our client, a leading innovator in the software development space, is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Scrum Master to join their dynamic and entirely remote team. This role is critical in fostering an agile environment, coaching multiple development teams, and driving continuous improvement in their software delivery processes. You will be a servant-leader, responsible for facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, and promoting agile principles and values across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of various agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.), a proven ability to coach and mentor teams, and a strong track record of successfully guiding complex projects through to completion in a remote setting. Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills are essential for this position. You will be instrumental in ensuring our client's remote teams operate at peak efficiency, delivering high-quality software solutions iteratively and incrementally.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, for multiple agile teams.
- Coach and mentor Scrum Masters and team members on agile principles, practices, and values.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress, escalating as necessary.
- Foster a collaborative and self-organizing team environment, promoting open communication and trust.
- Guide teams in improving their processes and performance through continuous feedback and iterative improvement.
- Work with Product Owners to ensure a clear and well-understood product backlog.
- Track and report on team velocity, progress, and key agile metrics.
- Champion agile adoption and best practices across the wider organization.
- Facilitate conflict resolution within and between teams.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of agile practices and standards within the company.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior capacity or leading multiple teams.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required. Advanced certifications (e.g., CSP, PSM II/III) are a strong plus.
- Proven experience coaching agile teams in a remote or distributed environment.
- Deep understanding of agile principles, Scrum framework, and various agile techniques.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Ability to effectively manage stakeholder expectations and navigate organizational change.
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Scrum Master to join their agile, fully remote technology team. This role is critical in fostering an agile mindset and ensuring the smooth execution of projects within our client's organization. The Senior Scrum Master will guide and coach multiple Scrum teams, helping them to improve their agile practices and deliver high-quality software products efficiently. You will be responsible for facilitating Scrum events (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives), removing impediments for the teams, and promoting self-organization and cross-functionality. A key aspect of this role involves mentoring other Scrum Masters and contributing to the continuous improvement of the agile framework across the company. You will work closely with Product Owners to ensure a clear understanding of the product backlog and user stories. Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills are essential for success in this position. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile principles and various Scrum frameworks, with a proven ability to drive successful project outcomes in a remote setting. Experience with agile project management tools like Jira and Confluence is a must. We are looking for a proactive leader who can inspire and motivate teams, foster a culture of collaboration and transparency, and champion agile best practices. A strong understanding of software development lifecycles and common industry challenges is highly desirable. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading organization, working flexibly and remotely. Your contributions will be vital in enhancing team performance and delivering exceptional value to our customers. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional development.
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Job Description
Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Scrum Master to guide and mentor multiple agile teams in their adoption and optimization of Scrum methodologies. This is a fully remote position, focused on fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment for distributed teams. You will be responsible for facilitating Scrum events, coaching teams on agile principles and practices, and removing impediments to their progress. Your role will involve working closely with Product Owners, Development Teams, and stakeholders to ensure effective backlog management, iterative development, and continuous improvement. This position requires a deep understanding of agile frameworks, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean. You will play a key role in promoting a culture of transparency, inspection, and adaptation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully guiding multiple agile teams, possess excellent facilitation and coaching skills, and be adept at conflict resolution. Experience with agile scaling frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS is a plus. This is a remote-first role, necessitating strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to build rapport and trust virtually. You should be comfortable working independently, managing your workload, and contributing to the success of a geographically dispersed organization. We are looking for a proactive individual who can inspire teams, drive change, and champion agile values. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential to identify and address systemic impediments. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Scrum Master looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking company, supporting projects relevant to the area of Ruiru, Kiambu, KE , all while working remotely.
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Our client is seeking an experienced and certified Senior Scrum Master to champion agile methodologies and drive successful project delivery within their technology teams. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to contribute to impactful projects from your chosen location. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Scrum principles, be adept at facilitating agile ceremonies, removing impediments, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. You will guide multiple teams, mentor junior Scrum Masters, and continuously improve agile processes.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives for multiple agile teams.
- Coach and mentor multiple Scrum teams in adopting and adhering to agile principles and Scrum practices.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and productivity.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and self-organization within the teams.
- Work with Product Owners to ensure the product backlog is well-defined, prioritized, and understood by the team.
- Track and communicate team progress, metrics, and key performance indicators.
- Promote collaboration and communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Shield the team from external interference and distractions.
- Contribute to the organizational agile transformation efforts and community of practice.
- Mentor and coach other Scrum Masters and team members on agile principles and practices.
- Analyze team performance and identify areas for improvement, implementing changes as necessary.
- Ensure alignment between team efforts and overall project objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior capacity.
- Proven experience coaching multiple agile teams simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of agile frameworks and methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
- Proficiency in project management and agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team environment.
- Demonstrated experience in driving process improvements and fostering a culture of agility.
- Experience with scaling agile frameworks (e.g., SAFe) is a plus.
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Job Description
Our client, a leading software development house, is seeking an experienced and certified Senior Scrum Master to join their agile, fully remote engineering teams. This role is crucial for fostering agile methodologies, improving team performance, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software products. You will be responsible for guiding and coaching multiple Scrum teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of Agile principles and Scrum framework, coupled with strong leadership, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills. You will work closely with Product Owners, Development Teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment, optimize processes, and drive predictability in delivery. This fully remote position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build trust and rapport with distributed teams, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will empower teams to self-organize, deliver value iteratively, and adapt to changing requirements. A passion for agile transformation and a commitment to helping teams reach their full potential are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives for multiple teams.
- Coach and mentor Scrum teams on Agile principles, Scrum practices, and effective team dynamics.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and productivity.
- Promote a collaborative and self-organizing team environment.
- Work closely with Product Owners to ensure the product backlog is well-defined, prioritized, and understood by the team.
- Help teams establish and maintain high standards of quality and velocity.
- Guide teams in developing and adhering to their Definition of Done.
- Facilitate discussions and decision-making processes within and between teams.
- Track and communicate team progress and metrics, providing transparency to stakeholders.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and experimentation.
- Support the Product Owner in maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Development Team.
- Contribute to the broader agile community within the organization, sharing best practices and insights.
- Help resolve conflicts within and between teams.
- Ensure adherence to Agile and Scrum best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Stay current with emerging Agile trends and tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required. Advanced certifications (e.g., CSP-SM, PSM II/III) are highly preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of successfully coaching multiple Scrum teams.
- Deep understanding of Agile principles, the Scrum framework, Kanban, and other Agile methodologies.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fully remote, distributed team environment.
- Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and influence without direct authority.
- Familiarity with the software development landscape relevant to **Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE** is an advantage.
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