Scrum Master

Descrição da empresa

Alter Solutions Portugal is an IT Consultancy Company, promoter of Digital Transformation, part of the Alter Solutions Group, created in 2006, in Paris.

In 2022, Alter Solutions joined the act digital group, constituting a global community of talent in Technology, with presence in twelve countries: Germany, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, United States of America, Morocco, Spain, France, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal and Serbia. Also in 2022, we were certified as a Great Place to Work©.

In Portugal, we partner with over 120 clients and a team of over 500 people, working in projects for industries as diverse as banking, insurance, transportation, aviation, energy, and telecom.

Headquarters of the Nearshore IT center, Alter Solutions Portugal has a dedicated team of around 30 specialized professionals, integrated into projects with several internationally renowned clients

Descrição do emprego

As a Scrum Master, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective functioning of software development teams within a banking environment, using Agile methodologies. Your focus will be on coaching and mentoring Scrum Teams, removing impediments, and facilitating the smooth execution of Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. You will be expected to manage team performance, foster collaboration across multiple teams, and provide expert-level guidance on Agile and Scrum practices. Your role will also include offering solutions to any challenges the teams face, both within their immediate context and across broader team structures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and guide the Scrum Teams in adopting and implementing Agile methodologies effectively within a banking context
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Act as an enabler by identifying and removing obstacles that prevent the team from achieving their goals
• Collaborate with multiple teams, ensuring alignment and consistent Agile practices
• Monitor and report progress using appropriate metrics, ensuring transparency in processes and delivery timelines
• Mentor and coach team members on Agile best practices, continuously improving processes and delivery outcomes
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on Scrum, offering guidance and solutions for complex challenges within the development lifecycle

Qualificações

• Proven experience in the banking industry 
• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach
• Expert proficiency in Scrum, with a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams in Agile adoption and continuous improvement
• Experience working with multiple cross-functional teams, ensuring cohesive and collaborative delivery
• Solid experience in facilitating Agile ceremonies and removing impediments