Senior Scrum Master | Remote Banking Project | Agile Expert
Remotely
Full-time
Are you an accomplished Scrum Master ready to elevate a banking project through Agile excellence? We're seeking a seasoned practitioner to guide our teams, foster continuous improvement, and navigate the unique challenges of financial services with Agile methodologies.
About the Role:
In this pivotal position, you'll champion Agile principles within our large-scale banking initiative. Your expertise will transform cross-functional teams into high-performing units... all while working remotely! By masterfully facilitating Scrum ceremonies, eliminating roadblocks, and nurturing self-organization, you'll drive our Agile transformation forward. This is no ordinary Scrum Master role—it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on how we deliver banking solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and adapt Agile practices within the context of banking methodologies and regulatory requirements.
- Train and coach team members on Agile principles, ensuring proper understanding and application.
- Launch and develop high-performing teams of 7+ members, establishing processes to achieve target results.
- Drive continuous improvement of working methods and integrate them into the team's daily activities.
- Develop procedures for effective knowledge sharing and expertise dissemination within the team.
- Create and nurture high-performance team environments through servant leadership.
- Synchronize diverse team activities, managing risks and team relationships effectively.
- Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies—sprint planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives—with skill and purpose.
- Support coordination and synchronization between multiple teams when necessary.
- Objectively assess emerging problems, identify root causes, and eliminate impediments using Agile principles.
- Track progress and goal achievement through daily standups and utilizing burndown charts and other Agile metrics.
- Organize and facilitate effective team demonstrations and insightful retrospectives.
- Ensure continuous improvement through regular inspection and adaptation cycles.
- Develop self-organization and team spirit, encouraging thoughtful decision-making rather than simply easy solutions.
Required Skills:
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of Scrum framework and Agile principles.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with teams of 7 people or more as a Scrum Master.
- Experience with Agile project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, Azure DevOps, etc.).
- Strong facilitation and coaching skills with the ability to influence without authority.
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities.
- Experience in banking, financial services, or regulated industries preferred.
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and delivery processes.
- Familiarity with scaling frameworks such as SAFe, LeSS, or Nexus is advantageous.
- Professional Scrum Master (PSM), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or equivalent certification.
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Agile transformations in enterprise environments.
- Knowledge of Kanban, XP, or other complementary Agile methodologies.
- Background in banking technology or financial services applications.
- Experience with distributed/remote teams across different time zones.
- Understanding of DevOps principles and practices.
- Knowledge of Lean principles and their application in service delivery.
- Additional certifications such as PSM II, CSP, SAFe, or Agile coaching credentials.
Why Join Us:
How often do you get to reinvent how banking projects are delivered? With us, you'll drive Agile excellence in a significant financial initiative—working alongside talented professionals in a flexible remote environment. We don't just talk about innovation and continuous learning; we live it daily! Competitive compensation awaits, but the real reward? Making your mark on our Agile transformation journey while growing professionally in one of the most dynamic sectors.