Agile Scrum Master (Hybrid)

 

Recruiter:

Pillango Placements

Job Ref:

2982039571

Date posted:

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Location:

Randburg, South Africa


JOB SUMMARY:
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for an Agile Scrum Master to join a dynamic, young company focused on software solutions for the Short Term Insurance Industry. 

The successful incumbent will be expected to coordinate and coach a software development team and become their go-to person for applying the necessary methodologies to produce a high performing, flexible and fully productive team. 

The duties of this position includes but are not limited to:

  • Forecast the number of development task deliverables in a sprint
  • Technical project management and highly accurate estimations of deliverables for a development project
  • Lead the team in the identification, application and implementation of Agile principles and Scrum practices ensuring the team is equipped to address certain challenges on their own
  • Lead the team in achieving higher levels of scrum maturity and to reach their individual potential
  • Establish best practices through the entire process and keep abreast of the latest developments in Agile methodology
  • Assisting the Business and Development teams to achieve customer satisfaction
  • Resolve conflicts and impediments and coach the team on removing impediments while acting as a interference shield to keep them focussed
  • Develop and report back to senior management on productivity KPI's
  • Act as a conduit between Concourse IT teams internally, to ensure optimal internal client service levels
  • Escalate, where necessary, to the development team to ensure customer priorities are understood and delivered upon
  • Work with business, development and support teams to resolve any conflicts and issues

Requirements:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Business or similar field
  • Scrum Master Certifications would be advantageous
  • 3+ years experience as a Scrum Master in the Agile Methodology with excellent knowledge of the scrum framework, artifacts and techniques
  • A solid technical background with the ability to guide and give instructions
  • A solid working understanding of the Software As A Service development environment
  • Knowledge and experience within the Financial Services Industry and / or Short Term Insurance Industry will be highly advantageous
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to present complex information to business and technical staff alike
  • Proficient in all MS Office applications

Behavioral Competencies Required:

  • Focussed on customer service excellence
  • A problem solving attitude
  • The ability to motivate a team to achieve set goals and deadlines
  • Strong communication, influence and negotiation skills
  • Leadership, team spirit and sense of taking initiative
  • Outstanding organizational and planning skills

NB Applicants - Please Note:

We use Ditto to track and manage applications and can only accept online applications. If you are unable to apply through link provided, please upload CV to our website under VACANCIES. If the vacancy doesn't appear on the website, the position is no longer available.

The advertised salary range is merely a guideline in terms of the level of candidates required and it remains the prerogative of our client to offer a candidate any market-related salary in line with qualifications, skills, and level of experience. If you qualify for this position, please apply regardless of salary expectation as this company is remains negotiable on the salary offering for the right candidate. 

 

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