Innovation, transformation and leadership occur in many ways. At Deloitte, our ability to help solve clients’ most complex issues is distinct. We deliver strategy and implementation, from a business and technology view, to help you lead in the markets where you compete.

Specialized Competencies

• Strategy Consumer and Marketing

Strategic and Business Design, Mergers and Acquisitions, Customer and Applied Design, Advertising, Marketing and Commerce, Digital Customer

• Core Business Operations

Operations Transformation, Industry Solutions (Experience in Financial Services, Telecommunications and Technology, Consumer and Industrial Products, and Oil and Gas are a plus), Systems Engineering, Cloud Engineering, Analytics, and Cognitive

• Human Capital

HR Transformation, Organization Transformation, Workforce Transformation

• Enterprise Technology and Performance

Finance and Performance, Supply Chain and Network Operations, Technology Strategy and Transformation, ERP: SAP, Emerging ERP Solutions

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Scrum Master with a minimum of four years of experience in delivering data and software development projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully guiding cross-functional teams in the implementation of Agile methodologies, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, stakeholder collaboration, and the delivery of high-quality products.

As a Scrum Master, you will play a key role in driving the Agile process, removing impediments, and ensuring the team is aligned with the project goals.

Work you’ll do:

1. Agile Facilitation:

• Serve as the Scrum Master for multiple Agile teams, facilitating all Scrum ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
• Guide teams in the effective use of Agile practices and principles to deliver high-quality products.
• Ensure that the Scrum framework is implemented and adhered to within the teams, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.

2. Project Delivery:

• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Development Teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that the project’s vision, goals, and objectives are clearly understood and followed.
• Support the team in breaking down complex data and software development tasks into manageable increments that can be delivered within a sprint.
• Track and communicate project progress, velocity, and sprint/release goals to all stakeholders.

3. Impediment Removal:

• Proactively identify and resolve any impediments or obstacles that may hinder the team’s progress.
• Collaborate with external teams and management to remove dependencies and external blockers.
• Support the team in managing risks and dependencies to ensure timely delivery.

4 Team Development:

• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment where team members can thrive.
• Mentor and coach team members on Agile best practices, helping them to become self-organized and accountable.
• Encourage a culture of feedback and continuous learning within the team.

5. Stakeholder Management:

• Maintain open and effective communication with all project stakeholders, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Act as a bridge between the development team and stakeholders, managing expectations and fostering transparency.
• Facilitate discussions, decision making, and conflict resolution within the team.

6. Continuous Improvement:

• Lead retrospectives to identify areas for improvement and implement actionable plans.
• Encourage the adoption of best practices and innovative approaches to enhance team efficiency and product quality.
• Stay current with industry trends, Agile methodologies, and emerging technologies to continuously refine the team’s processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., B.Eng, B.Tech., HND, etc.) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field with a minimum of second class upper degree/upper credit.
• Have minimum of a credit in five (5) O ’levels subjects including Mathematics and English in one sitting only.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Scrum Master, specifically in data and software development projects.
• Experience working with agile development methodologies such as Sprint and Scrum.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean practices.
• Proven experience in delivering projects in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and data management practices.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Trello, or similar project management software.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is preferred.