Are you a champion of Agile principles and practices? Do you foster a collaborative and high-performing environment where teams can thrive? If so, chances are high that you are the passionate and experienced Scrum Master we are looking for to guide and support three of our software development teams in Cyprus, working in the insurance-related sector. We understand that Agile is applied in various ways, so while strong Scrum knowledge is essential, we also value experience with other Agile frameworks. You will be working with international teams, so cultural sensitivity and strong communication skills are essential. The work location is our office in Cyprus in a hybrid setup.

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Responsibilities

• Guide and coach three development teams in the adoption and application of Scrum and other Agile frameworks (Kanban, Scrumban, etc.), ensuring adherence to chosen frameworks and Agile values
• Facilitate Scrum events (Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospective) and other Agile ceremonies effectively and efficiently
• Remove impediments and obstacles that hinder the teams' progress, escalating issues as needed
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging teams to reflect on their processes and identify areas for optimization
• Support Product Owners in maintaining a healthy product backlog and ensuring clear communication of product goals
• Promote collaboration and self-organization within the teams, empowering them to take ownership and deliver high-quality work
• Act as a leader, supporting the teams' needs and fostering a positive and productive work environment
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our Agile practices across the organization

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master for multiple teams, ideally in an international setting
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, with a deep knowledge of Scrum and experience with Kanban and Scrumban
• Familiarity with Agile metrics and their application in tracking team performance and identifying areas for improvement
• Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse teams
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings and workshops effectively, using various facilitation techniques to encourage participation and collaboration
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Experience with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps)
• Fluent English is essential

• Relevant Scrum Master certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM))
• Previous experience as an IT business analyst, consultant is an advantage
• Experience working with distributed teams across different time zones

• Private healthcare insurance
• Regular performance assessments
• Family friendly initiatives
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in-house training and coaching, professional certifications, over 22,000 courses on LinkedIn Learning Solutions and much more
• *All benefits and perks are subject to certain eligibility requirements