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Senior Scrum Master

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Planet

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    Product
  • Porto
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 5+ years as a Scrum Master, CSM or PSM certification, Agile tool proficiency, strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a servant leadership approach.
  • You will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, remove impediments, coach teams on Agile principles, track progress using JIRA, foster collaboration, and promote continuous improvement while protecting the team’s focus.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field. CSM, PSM, or SAFe Scrum Master certification is highly desirable.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of managing Agile teams, preferably in the payments or financial services industry.
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM): Strong knowledge of Scrum and Agile principles, with certification from a recognized body.
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with Agile project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and other tools used for tracking sprint progress and team performance.
  • Servant Leader: A natural leader who puts the needs of the team first, fostering a culture of trust, empowerment, and collaboration.
  • Excellent Facilitator: Skilled at facilitating group discussions, decision-making, and conflict resolution to keep teams aligned and productive.
  • Adaptable and Flexible: Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment, quickly adapting to changing priorities and challenges.
  • Strong Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Problem-Solver: Proactive in identifying potential issues and adept at finding creative solutions to help the team stay on track.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies: Lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring the team remains focused and productive.
  • Remove Impediments: Proactively identify and resolve obstacles or blockers that may hinder the team’s progress, ensuring a smooth workflow.
  • Coach and Mentor Teams: Guide the team in understanding Agile principles and Scrum practices, helping them to self-organize and perform at their highest potential.
  • Protect the Team: Shield the team from external distractions and unplanned work, ensuring they can focus on sprint goals.
  • Foster Collaboration: Encourage open communication and collaboration between team members and stakeholders, promoting a healthy, cooperative team dynamic.
  • Track Progress and Metrics: Utilize tools such as JIRA to track sprint progress, velocity, and team performance, and provide insights for continuous improvement.
  • Promote Continuous Improvement: Drive retrospectives to identify areas for process improvement, ensuring that teams are consistently learning and evolving.
  • Facilitate Communication: Act as a bridge between product owners, development teams, and stakeholders to ensure clear, timely communication and alignment on goals.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Scrum Master.

Where are the job locations for this position?

The job locations are Porto, Portugal and Galway, Ireland.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is a full-time role.

When was this job posted?

The job was posted yesterday.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Scrum Master?

The main responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, coaching teams, protecting the team from distractions, fostering collaboration, tracking progress, promoting continuous improvement, and facilitating communication.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master. Certifications like CSM or PSM are highly desirable.

What skills are preferred for the Senior Scrum Master position?

Preferred skills include familiarity with Agile project management tools like JIRA and Confluence, strong facilitation and communication skills, adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and servant leadership qualities.

Does Planet have a commitment to diversity in hiring?

Yes, Planet is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in its workforce.

What industries does Planet primarily serve?

Planet primarily serves the Hospitality and Retail sectors.

What is Planet's mission?

Planet's mission is to create a world of connected commerce where payments are simple, secure, and seamless.

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Planet

Largest earth observation satellite network delivering a near-daily global dataset

Technology
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Planet is the leading provider of global, daily satellite imagery and insights. Planet is driven by a mission to image all of Earth’s landmass every day, and make global change visible, accessible, and actionable. Founded in 2010 by three NASA scientists, Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest fleet of imaging satellites, as well as online software, tools and analytics needed to deliver data to users. Decision makers in business, government, and within organizations use Planet's data and machine learning-powered analytics to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and make informed, timely decisions to solve our world's toughest challenges.