Scrum Master

Dicetek LLC

Dubai

AED 120,000 - 200,000

Job description

Roles and responsibilities

Running a dedicated squad offshore/onshore.
Tech background is a must and can work within the BANK ecosystem.
Domain experience of Cash Management, Corporate banking is highly preferable with product and customization experience.
Work with a dedicated team of developers, testers, and Product Owner to manage sprints, releases, and Scrum ceremonies.
Maintain all project deliverables, artifacts, and financials.
Support the PO on quarterly planning.
Help the team to remove impediments.
Report as per BANK standards for sprints, releases, and weekly status updates.
Provide agile coaching to the team to work as a cohesive unit and understand agile principles.

Desired candidate profile

Deep Knowledge of Scrum Framework
- Expertise in Scrum principles, roles, events, and artifacts.
- Understanding of Scrum values (commitment, courage, focus, openness, and respect).
- Ability to apply Scrum in various contexts, adapting the framework to the needs of the team and organization.
Facilitation Skills
- Able to effectively run Scrum events such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
- Skilled in facilitating productive meetings that encourage collaboration and transparency.
- Ensuring that Scrum ceremonies run efficiently, respecting timeboxes and keeping discussions focused.
Coaching and Mentoring
- Coaching the team on Scrum principles and Agile practices.
- Helping the team to self-organize and work cross-functionally.
- Supporting team members in improving their Agile mindset and practices.
- Providing guidance and fostering continuous improvement in the team's processes.
Conflict Resolution
- Ability to address and resolve conflicts within the team or between team members.
- Mediate and facilitate discussions to resolve disputes and maintain a positive working environment.
- Helping team members communicate more effectively and collaborate harmoniously.
Servant Leadership
- Taking a servant-leader approach, supporting the team in overcoming obstacles, removing roadblocks, and promoting a productive work environment.
- Being a trusted advocate for the team while balancing the needs of the team and stakeholders.
- Encouraging autonomy and ownership within the team.
Team Building and Empowerment
- Promoting team collaboration, trust, and cohesion.
- Helping individuals become more empowered and self-sufficient in their roles.
- Encouraging the team to take accountability for their work and progress.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with the team, stakeholders, and the wider organization.
- Ability to convey complex concepts in simple terms.
- Ability to listen to concerns, feedback, and suggestions from team members and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Management
- Engaging with product owners, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and proper prioritization of work.
- Helping to manage stakeholder expectations and maintaining clear communication between the team and external parties.
- Ensuring that the team is focused on the most valuable and achievable goals in each sprint.
Continuous Improvement
- Fostering a culture of Kaizen (continuous improvement) within the team.
- Identifying process inefficiencies and helping the team evolve its workflow and practices.
- Encouraging regular reflection and adaptation to improve productivity and quality.
Agile and Scrum Metrics
- Understanding and tracking key Scrum metrics, such as velocity, burn-down charts, cumulative flow diagrams, and cycle time.
- Using these metrics to support decision-making, identify potential issues, and drive improvements.
- Helping the team reflect on progress and identify areas for growth.