Intervest is a software development venture with the businesses in UK and in-source development center in Sri Lanka. We specialize in the development of multi-product, multi-currency e-Commerce platforms for insurance, travel and financial services industries.
Role
A Scrum Master is a crucial role within Agile software development teams, responsible for facilitating the Scrum framework and ensuring that the team adheres to its principles and practices. The primary goal of a Scrum Master is to enable the team to work efficiently and effectively, remove obstacles that hinder progress, and promote a collaborative and self-organizing work environment.
Job Summary: The Scrum Master is responsible for guiding and coaching Agile development teams to embrace and implement the Scrum methodology effectively. This role involves facilitating communication, removing impediments, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The Scrum Master works closely with the product owner and development team to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality products.
Responsibilities:
· Facilitate and lead Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
· Coach the development team and product owner on Agile and Scrum principles, practices, and roles.
· Remove impediments or obstacles that obstruct the team's progress and help them find solutions.
· Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement within the team.
· Monitor team performance and ensure that the team is adhering to Agile principles and Scrum practices.
· Assist the product owner in maintaining a well-defined product backlog with clear and prioritized user stories.
· Collaborate with other Scrum Masters to identify and implement best practices across multiple teams.
· Facilitate communication and cooperation between team members, product owners, and stakeholders.
· Help the team estimate work effort, plan sprints, and commit to delivering valuable increments of work.
· Monitor and report on key performance indicators, sprint progress, and team velocity.
· Identify areas for improvement and work with the team to implement changes that enhance productivity and quality.
· Act as a servant leader, guiding the team towards self-organization and taking ownership of their work.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
· Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification.
· Fluency in Jira and Confluence is a must.
· Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in software development projects.
· Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and principles, particularly Scrum.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to facilitate meetings, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus.
· Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
· Familiarity with Agile project management tools and software
· Ability to adapt to changing situations and guide the team through uncertainty.
· Knowledge of other Agile frameworks (Kanban, Lean, etc.) is a plus.
Salary: Negotiable, based on skills and experience
If interested, then email your CV to careers@intervest.lk on or before 8th September 2023 with “Scrum Master” on the email Subject line. Include names and contact info of at least 2 referees, preferably senior professionals whom you have worked with.
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