10,487 Senior Scrum Master jobs in Kenya
Senior Agile Project Manager (Scrum Master)
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Agile Project Manager, with a strong Scrum Master background, to lead their product development initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This role is pivotal in fostering an agile environment, guiding multiple cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions efficiently and effectively. You will be responsible for facilitating Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are productive and value-driven. Your primary focus will be on removing impediments, coaching team members on agile principles and practices, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of various agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, XP) and extensive experience in managing complex software projects from inception through deployment. You will work closely with product owners to ensure a clear and well-defined product backlog, and collaborate with engineering leads to manage technical debt and foster technical excellence. This position demands exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, as you will be instrumental in motivating teams, resolving conflicts, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships in a virtual setting. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) and a commitment to driving agile adoption are essential. If you are a results-oriented leader passionate about agile transformation and excel in a remote-first, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and agile processes for multiple teams.
- Coach and mentor teams on agile principles, values, and best practices.
- Identify and remove impediments hindering team progress.
- Foster a collaborative and self-organizing team environment.
- Work with Product Owners to maintain a clear and prioritized product backlog.
- Manage project scope, timelines, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
- Promote continuous improvement and adapt processes as needed.
- Track and report on team progress and key agile metrics.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in an agile environment.
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager for multiple teams.
- In-depth knowledge of agile methodologies and frameworks.
- Proficiency with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Excellent leadership, communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Strong ability to motivate teams and drive collaboration in a remote setting.
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Lead Scrum Master
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client, a leading software development house, is looking for a highly experienced and certified Lead Scrum Master to guide multiple agile teams in a fully remote setting. This role is critical for fostering a culture of agile excellence, facilitating seamless sprint cycles, and removing impediments that hinder team productivity. The Lead Scrum Master will coach and mentor other Scrum Masters, ensure adherence to agile principles, and drive continuous improvement across the development organization.
Key Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will be a certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM II or higher) with a proven track record of successfully guiding multiple software development teams in an agile environment. Exceptional facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills are essential. This role requires a deep understanding of agile principles and the ability to inspire and motivate teams in a remote context. You will be instrumental in optimizing our client's software development lifecycle and ensuring high-value product delivery. This is a prime opportunity for an experienced agile leader to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking, remote-first organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives) for multiple teams.
- Coach and mentor Product Owners and Development Teams on agile principles, Scrum framework, and best practices.
- Identify and remove impediments or blockers that hinder team progress.
- Promote self-organization and cross-functionality within teams.
- Foster a collaborative and transparent working environment.
- Guide and support other Scrum Masters, providing coaching and sharing best practices.
- Facilitate the resolution of conflicts and build strong team dynamics.
- Help teams improve their agility and delivery through continuous inspection and adaptation.
- Work with stakeholders to ensure alignment and clear communication regarding team progress and deliverables.
- Track and report on team velocity, key agile metrics, and project health.
- Champion the adoption and continuous improvement of agile methodologies across the organization.
- Assist in managing dependencies between teams.
- Ensure that agile metrics are visible and used for process improvement.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of organizational agile standards and guidelines.
- Stay current with agile trends, tools, and techniques, and share knowledge with the team.
The ideal candidate will be a certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM II or higher) with a proven track record of successfully guiding multiple software development teams in an agile environment. Exceptional facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills are essential. This role requires a deep understanding of agile principles and the ability to inspire and motivate teams in a remote context. You will be instrumental in optimizing our client's software development lifecycle and ensuring high-value product delivery. This is a prime opportunity for an experienced agile leader to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking, remote-first organization.
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Remote Agile Project Manager - Scrum Master
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and certified Agile Project Manager, with a strong Scrum Master background, to lead and facilitate projects in a fully remote capacity. This position offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to contribute to impactful projects from any location within **Kenya**. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum, and a proven ability to guide cross-functional teams towards successful project delivery. You will be responsible for fostering a collaborative team environment, removing impediments, and ensuring adherence to Agile principles and practices.
Key responsibilities include facilitating Scrum events (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives), coaching team members on Agile best practices, and working with the Product Owner to manage the product backlog. You will also track project progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies. This role requires exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, as you will be interacting with stakeholders at all levels through virtual channels. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a passion for continuous improvement. Experience with project management software and collaboration tools is essential. We are looking for an individual who can inspire teams, drive efficiency, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a distributed work environment. This is a critical role for our client, and we are seeking a seasoned professional who can make an immediate impact.
Qualifications:
Key responsibilities include facilitating Scrum events (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives), coaching team members on Agile best practices, and working with the Product Owner to manage the product backlog. You will also track project progress, identify risks and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies. This role requires exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, as you will be interacting with stakeholders at all levels through virtual channels. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a passion for continuous improvement. Experience with project management software and collaboration tools is essential. We are looking for an individual who can inspire teams, drive efficiency, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a distributed work environment. This is a critical role for our client, and we are seeking a seasoned professional who can make an immediate impact.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years specifically as an Agile/Scrum Master.
- Proven experience leading remote or distributed teams.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles, values, and frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, remote setting.
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Job Description
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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Lead Scrum Master, Agile Transformation
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client is a leader in driving agile methodologies and is seeking an experienced Lead Scrum Master to facilitate their fully remote engineering teams. In this crucial role, you will champion agile principles and practices, guide multiple Scrum teams, and foster an environment of continuous improvement and high performance. You will be instrumental in removing impediments, coaching Scrum Masters and team members, and ensuring the effective execution of sprints and program increments. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other agile frameworks, coupled with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, enabling them to thrive in a fully remote setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Coach and mentor multiple Scrum teams and individual Scrum Masters, promoting agile values and principles.
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives) for assigned teams, ensuring they are productive and effective.
- Identify and remove impediments hindering team progress and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve them.
- Guide teams in self-organization and cross-functionality, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.
- Promote a collaborative and transparent environment, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing.
- Assist product owners in backlog refinement and ensure clear communication of product goals.
- Track and report on team progress, velocity, and key agile metrics.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through retrospectives and implementation of actionable feedback.
- Help teams embrace agile principles and practices, fostering a culture of learning and adaptation.
- Contribute to the broader agile transformation efforts within the organization, potentially mentoring other Scrum Masters.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of successfully guiding multiple agile teams.
- Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) or equivalent advanced Scrum certification (e.g., A-CSM, PSM II/III).
- Deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and other agile methodologies.
- Excellent coaching, facilitation, and mentoring skills.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, adept at building relationships across diverse teams.
- Experience with agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and lead remote teams.
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Job Description
Our client, a forward-thinking software development company, is seeking an experienced and certified Scrum Master to facilitate their agile development teams in a fully remote setting. This role is central to fostering a collaborative, productive, and high-performing environment for our distributed engineering teams. As a Scrum Master, you will guide and coach the teams in understanding and enacting Scrum principles and practices, facilitating all Scrum events (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives). Your responsibilities include removing impediments that hinder team progress, promoting self-organization and cross-functionality, and ensuring adherence to agile best practices. You will work closely with Product Owners to ensure the product backlog is well-defined and prioritized, and collaborate with other Scrum Masters to improve the overall effectiveness of agile adoption within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience serving as a Scrum Master. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is mandatory. Strong facilitation, coaching, conflict resolution, and servant leadership skills are essential. Proficiency with agile project management tools like Jira or Confluence is required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical for effective remote collaboration. If you are passionate about agile methodologies and thrive in a dynamic, remote work environment, this is an exceptional opportunity to lead and empower development teams.
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Lead Scrum Master, Agile Development
Posted 3 days ago
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Our client seeks an experienced and highly skilled Lead Scrum Master to guide and mentor multiple agile development teams. This is a critical, fully remote role focused on fostering an agile mindset, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, and removing impediments for our development squads. You will be instrumental in ensuring that our teams adhere to agile principles and practices, promoting continuous improvement, and optimizing delivery performance. As a Lead Scrum Master, you will coach Product Owners and development teams on agile techniques, facilitate effective communication and collaboration, and help teams achieve their sprint goals and long-term objectives. Your responsibilities will extend to identifying and addressing organizational impediments that hinder agile adoption and team effectiveness. You will also play a key role in fostering a culture of transparency, inspection, and adaptation across the organization. This role requires a deep understanding of various agile frameworks, particularly Scrum, and the ability to tailor practices to suit different team dynamics and project needs. Key responsibilities include:
- Coaching and mentoring multiple Scrum teams to ensure adherence to agile values and principles.
- Facilitating all Scrum events, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Identifying and removing impediments that obstruct team progress.
- Promoting self-organization and cross-functionality within development teams.
- Working with Product Owners to ensure a healthy product backlog and effective sprint goals.
- Tracking team progress and performance metrics, and reporting on key agile indicators.
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives through retrospectives and feedback loops.
- Facilitating effective communication and collaboration between teams, stakeholders, and management.
- Mediating conflicts and promoting a positive and productive team environment.
- Assisting in the adoption of agile best practices across the wider organization.
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Lead Scrum Master & Agile Coach
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client, a leading technology solutions provider, is seeking an experienced and certified Lead Scrum Master & Agile Coach to join their globally distributed, remote-first engineering team. This is a critical role responsible for fostering agility across multiple product development teams, driving continuous improvement, and mentoring Scrum Masters and team members in Agile best practices. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, frameworks like Scrum and Kanban, and experience in scaling Agile practices within large organizations. You will be instrumental in guiding teams through complex projects, removing impediments, facilitating effective ceremonies, and promoting a culture of collaboration, transparency, and self-organization. Your responsibilities will include coaching and mentoring existing Scrum Masters, conducting Agile training sessions, facilitating cross-team coordination, and implementing metrics to track team performance and identify areas for improvement. As a remote role, exceptional communication and collaboration skills are paramount. You must be adept at using remote collaboration tools and fostering team cohesion without physical proximity. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with a passion for enabling teams to deliver high-quality software efficiently and effectively. Your experience in navigating organizational change and promoting an Agile mindset will be highly valued. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our client's software development lifecycle and contribute to their mission of delivering innovative solutions. If you are a seasoned Agile practitioner with a proven ability to lead and inspire, we encourage you to apply for this fully remote position.
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Senior Scrum Master - Fintech Initiatives
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client, a prominent player in the Fintech sector, is looking for a highly experienced Senior Scrum Master to join our distributed team. This role is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from any location. As a Senior Scrum Master, you will guide and coach multiple Scrum teams, ensuring they are empowered to deliver high-quality software increments in a timely and efficient manner. You will be responsible for fostering an Agile mindset and culture, facilitating key Scrum events, and removing impediments that hinder team progress. Your deep understanding of Agile principles and various frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Lean) will be crucial in optimizing team performance and maximizing value delivery. You will work closely with Product Owners, Development Teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication. This position requires exceptional facilitation, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills. You will champion Agile best practices, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and mentor other Scrum Masters within the organization. Experience with Agile project management tools like JIRA and Confluence is a must. The ideal candidate will have a proven history of successfully guiding teams through complex projects and transforming organizational processes. This is a critical role where you will directly influence project success and contribute to the evolution of our Agile maturity. If you are passionate about empowering teams, driving efficiency, and making a tangible impact in the dynamic world of Fintech, all within a supportive remote environment, we encourage you to apply.
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Job Description
Our client, a forward-thinking technology company, is looking for a highly experienced Senior Agile Scrum Master to facilitate and coach multiple Agile teams in delivering complex software solutions. This role is critical in promoting Agile best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the efficient and effective execution of development sprints. You will be responsible for guiding Scrum teams through the adoption and execution of Agile principles, removing impediments, and coaching team members and stakeholders on Agile methodologies. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while collaborating with geographically dispersed teams.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks, and be adept at tailoring processes to meet specific project needs. You will facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are productive and achieve their intended outcomes. A significant part of this role involves coaching Product Owners on backlog management and product vision, as well as mentoring junior Scrum Masters and team members. You will also work with management and other stakeholders to address organizational impediments and drive Agile transformation initiatives across the company.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. At least five years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of successfully guiding multiple teams through complex projects, is essential. A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is mandatory, with a SAFe or other advanced Agile certification being a strong plus. Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills are paramount. The ability to inspire, motivate, and drive change within a remote team environment is key to success in this role. Join our client and help shape the future of software development.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks, and be adept at tailoring processes to meet specific project needs. You will facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring they are productive and achieve their intended outcomes. A significant part of this role involves coaching Product Owners on backlog management and product vision, as well as mentoring junior Scrum Masters and team members. You will also work with management and other stakeholders to address organizational impediments and drive Agile transformation initiatives across the company.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. At least five years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of successfully guiding multiple teams through complex projects, is essential. A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is mandatory, with a SAFe or other advanced Agile certification being a strong plus. Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills are paramount. The ability to inspire, motivate, and drive change within a remote team environment is key to success in this role. Join our client and help shape the future of software development.
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