IT Scrum Master

The company is currently looking for an IT Scrum Master for our UAE operations with the following skillsets & terms and conditions.

Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field preferred
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) required
• Advanced certifications such as Advanced CSM (A-CSM), PSM II, or PSM III highly preferred

Experience

• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar agile role
• Experience working with project teams in an IT environment
• Proven track record of successfully facilitating Scrum for multiple teams

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of Scrum framework, agile principles, and values
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and technical practices
• Experience with agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of agile metrics and reporting techniques
• Understanding of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) is beneficial
• Awareness of other agile frameworks such as Kanban, XP, SAFe, or LeSS

Responsibilities

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Ensure ceremonies are productive, time-boxed, and focused on achieving their intended outcomes
• Coach the team on self-organization and cross-functionality to maximize value delivery
• Guide the team in creating well-defined sprint goals and realistic sprint commitments
• Ensure transparency of team progress and work through proper use of Scrum artifacts
• Identify, track, and proactively remove impediments that block team progress
• Facilitate conflict resolution and help the team navigate challenges
• Address team dysfunction and guide teams toward effective collaboration
• Partner with the IT Business Partner/Product Owner to maintain a healthy, prioritized product backlog
• Ensure user stories are well-defined, estimated, and ready for sprint planning

Joining Time Frame
15 - 30 days