Senior Scrum Master

Job Details

Job TitleScrum Master (Contract Role)
Location: Dublin (3 days onsite)
Contract Duration: 6months

Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Scrum Master to drive Agile delivery and foster collaboration within our clients development teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of running Agile/Scrum teams and will excel in communication, planning, and conflict resolution. This role requires hands-on engagement with modern application development teams to ensure smooth and efficient delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews.
  • Guide teams in Agile best practices, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles.
  • Collaborate closely with development teams to remove blockers, manage dependencies, and enhance delivery efficiency.
  • Drive planning, capacity management, and sprint commitments with a focus on team outcomes.
  • Provide proactive coaching and support to foster a high-performing team environment.
  • Act as a mediator to resolve conflicts and promote effective communication within and across teams.

Must-Have Qualifications:

  • 7-8+ years of experience running Agile/Scrum teams.
  • Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
  • Expertise in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and capacity management.
  • Demonstrated experience working directly with development teams on modern applications.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and skilled in conflict resolution and coaching.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Experience managing and reporting on project progress.
  • Proven ability to run 2+ Agile teams simultaneously.

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to make an immediate impact, working with talented teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. If you’re passionate about Agile delivery and thrive in dynamic environments, we’d love to hear from you.

Application Process:
Please send your updated CV and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to Karla.orourke@ITsearch.ie

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