Senior Scrum Master (w/ French)

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Position: Scrum Master

Location: Oporto or Lisbon - Hybrid

Job Summary: We are seeking for a Senior Scrum Master for a team responsible for a complete mobile solution for Android/IOS with intention to enforce security of your online payments by a process of Authentication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Agile Ceremonies: Organize and lead Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and reviews, ensuring that all team members are engaged and productive;
• Team Support: Remove impediments, creating conditions for the team to become more effective;
• Coaching and Mentoring: Guide team members in Agile principles and practices, promoting self-organization and accountability within the team;
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a liaison between the IT team and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of project status, risks, and requirements in both French and English;
• Performance Metrics: Track and report on team performance metrics, helping to identify areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance productivity;
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and refine Agile processes to align with best practices, adapting them to meet the team's unique needs;
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate conflicts and facilitate discussions to ensure a harmonious team environment, addressing any issues that may hinder team performance;
  
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain documentation related to Agile processes, sprint goals, and team progress, ensuring transparency and alignment across the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)) is preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, with a proven track record of managing Agile teams in the software development field, preferably within the payments or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, frameworks, and practices, with hands-on experience applying them in complex environments.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills, with the ability to influence and motivate team members effectively.
• Experience working in an international environment and ability to manage virtual teams across different time zones.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to navigate complex challenges while maintaining a focus on team success.
• Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Trello) is a plus.

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