Scrum Master

Who We Are Seeking:

We seek a talented and experienced Scrum Master to join our international team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to work in a dynamic environment and be part of a high-performing international team, offering ample opportunities for growth and development in technical and interpersonal skills. We seek an energetic, driven, and articulate team player who is truly passionate about their work.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders;

• Track and communicate project progress and status;

• Guide the team and organization on how to use Agile practices and values to delight customers;

• Assess the Scrum Maturity of the team and organization and coach the team to higher levels of maturity;

• Remove impediments or guide the team to remove impediments;

• Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear of being blamed or judged, with an emphasis on problem-solving;

• Facilitate getting the work done without coercion, assigning, or dictating the work;

• Assist with internal and external communication by improving transparency and radiating information;

• Support and educate the Product Owner, especially with respect to grooming and maintaining the product backlog;

• Lead daily stand ups, retrospectives, planning sessions, reviews sessions, and any other sessions that may be is necessary.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• Strong experience as a Scrum Master in a software development team that applied agile principles, practices, and theory;

• Good skills and knowledge in facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continuous improvement, and empowerment;

• Knowledge of well-documented patterns and techniques (Burndown techniques, Retrospective formats, etc);

• Knowledge or experience with successful techniques such as: User Stories, ATDD, TDD, Pair Programming, Automated Testing, Agile Games, etc;

• Advanced English, both spoken and written;

• Excellent communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field, or 5 years of equivalent professional experience;

• Knowledge of different task management tools (Jira, Trello, etc);

• Knowledge of other methodologies and frameworks such as: XP, Kanban, Lean, DevOps, LESS, SAFe, etc;

• Experience with remote teams, across different time zones and cultures;

• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment is a definite plus;

• Experience working with international, cross-functional, and remote teams;

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Who We Are:

DevGrid is a top-tier software consulting company based in the UK, with a development hub in Brazil and operations spanning Europe and the US. We believe that world-class software can only be created by a motivated and enthusiastic team in an environment that fosters creativity and free thinking. Established in 2015, our mission is to drive innovation and digital transformation by combining our robust business culture and exceptional engineers with forward-thinking business insights.

What We Offer:

• Contract-based hiring;

• Full-time opportunity (40 hours per week);

• 100% remote work / home office;

• Performance-based bonuses tied to achievements and deliverables;

• Open and flexible time-off policy;

• Supportive and collaborative work environment;

• Equipment program;

• Paid days off per year + holidays (variable) + recess days;

• Sponsorship program for relevant courses and training.

If you're interested in the job opening and our mission, come join us on this journey!

Live long and prosper! 🖖🚀

For more information, visit:

Website: https://devgrid.co.uk/

Glassdoor: https://www.glassdoor.com.br/Vis%C3%A3o-geral/Trabalhar-na-DevGrid-EI_IE2920141.13,20.htm

**All DevGrid positions are open to individuals from all backgrounds (including all races, colors, nationalities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, ages, or other applicable characteristics), promoting equal opportunities and affirmative action.