Scrum Master

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Position: Scrum Master

Location: Porto - Hybrid

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Senior Scrum Master to join Transformation Team. In this role, the consultant will be instrumental in guiding the teams through a complex environment. The consultant will leverage your expertise in Agile methodologies to foster collaboration, enhance productivity, and drive continuous improvement across the team.
As a Senior Scrum Master, the consultant will work in an international environment, collaborating with team members based in both Paris and Porto. Your leadership will empower the teams to deliver high-quality results while adhering to Agile principles and practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including Daily Scrum, Sprint Plannings, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives, ensuring effective collaboration and engagement among team members.
• Coach the team on Agile methodologies, helping them to understand and implement best practices to optimize their workflows and enhance productivity.
• Act as a servant leader, removing impediments that may hinder the team's progress and fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure a well-defined and prioritized product backlog that meets business needs and aligns with project goals.
• Monitor and report on team performance metrics, facilitating discussions around improvements and adjustments to enhance team efficiency.
• Work with other Scrum Masters and stakeholders to align project goals and share best practices across teams in different locations.
• Support the team in defining and achieving their goals while encouraging self-organization and accountability.
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact project timelines or deliverables, and proactively communicate these to stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging experimentation and learning within the team.
• Keep your team leader updated on the updates of the projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)) is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of managing Agile teams in the software development field, preferably within the payments or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, frameworks, and practices, with hands-on experience applying them in complex environments.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence and motivate team members effectively.
• Experience working in an international environment and ability to manage virtual teams across different time zones.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to navigate complex challenges while maintaining a focus on team success.
• Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Trello) is a plus.
• Good level of English - minimum B2 (mandatory);
• Availability to come to the office 2 days per week (flexible);
• Availability to travel abroad for short periods of time, if required.

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