Scrum Master, CI Group EMEA, Czech Republic, remote
Are you an experienced Scrum Master with a passion for driving high-performing teams and delivering exceptional results? We are seeking a talented and dynamic individual to join our company as a Scrum Master. As a vital member of our Agile team, you will play a crucial role in facilitating effective sprint planning, promoting collaboration, and removing impediments to ensure the successful delivery of our projects. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and possess a deep understanding of Agile principles, we want to hear from you!
What will be your key responsibilities:
- Facilitate and lead the Agile development process, ensuring the team adheres to Scrum principles and practices.
- Guide and coach the development team and product owners in self-organization and cross-functional collaboration.
- Organize and conduct sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to drive continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with product owners to define and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring that user stories are well-defined and actionable.
- Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team's progress, leveraging strong problem-solving skills and influencing abilities.
- Foster a culture of transparency, trust, and open communication within the team and across stakeholders.
- Act as a shield to protect the team from external distractions and maintain focus on sprint goals.
- Monitor and track team performance, sprint progress, and project metrics, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
- Implement and uphold Agile best practices, evolving the team's processes to optimize efficiency and quality.
- Promote a learning environment within the team, encouraging skill development and cross-functional knowledge sharing.
What experience should you have:
To excel in this role and become an invaluable member of our organization, the successful candidate must possess the following qualifications and skills:
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master, facilitating Agile development teams to deliver high-quality software products.
- In-depth knowledge of Scrum framework, Agile principles, and Lean methodologies.
- Strong understanding of software development processes, methodologies, and practices.
- Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities, with a track record of empowering teams to achieve their full potential.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of fostering collaboration and building positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
- Ability to identify and resolve conflicts and facilitate constructive discussions.
- Proficient in using Agile project management tools and software (e.g., Jira, Trello).
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, addressing complex challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive and adaptable mindset, with the capacity to handle changing priorities and project requirements.
- Certification as a Scrum Master (CSM or similar) is preferred.
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is desirable but not mandatory.
- Willingness to work during US Business hours
- Must have a valid tax ID and be able to create invoices (applicable to contractors only)
What do you get in return:
Our team is composed of experts in their fields who are passionate about delivering high-quality work and maintaining a positive work culture. We value innovation, teamwork, and personal growth. As an experienced Scrum Master, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our projects and contribute to the success of our organization. If you are ready to embrace exciting challenges and foster a culture of excellence, we encourage you to apply.
- Work remotely from anywhere in the world, with a fully remote team, and enjoy a mutually agreed schedule that fits your needs. (Core US working hours)
- Work primarily with US-based colleagues, providing you with the opportunity to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and skill sets.
- Use your skills and expertise to make a significant impact on the delivery of projects in our company
- Work in a supportive environment that values your contribution and provides you with the resources and training you need to grow in your career.
- Enjoy a 40-hour workweek that provides you with a healthy work-life balance, and the time to pursue your personal and professional goals outside of work.