Scrum Master_D1013

Job description

Overall Objectives of Job

Position Summary

Serving as the Scrum Master for Regional OPUS, the role serves as a servant leader responsible for coaching and facilitating the work of cross-functional Agile teams. This role creates stable and self-organized teams with clear and engaging direction, helping teams identify and resolve impediments while promoting continuous improvement and high-quality product delivery. The Scrum Master ensures successful implementation of Agile methodologies and drives organizational transformation toward Agile excellence

Key Responsibilities:

Scrum Facilitation & Team Coaching

• Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Review, Retrospective)
• Remove impediments and coach teams to higher levels of Scrum maturity
• Support new Agile team formation through training and establishment of working norms
• Mentor team members and provide ongoing coaching for self-organization and cross-functionality

Process Improvement & Metrics

• Establish and report on Agile metrics (burn-down charts, velocity, team satisfaction)
• Continuously improve Agile processes and practices within teams and across the organization
• Participate in Communities of Practice to share knowledge and drive organizational Agile transformation

Stakeholder Collaboration & Product Excellence

• Collaborate with Product Owners to optimize Product Backlog for maximum value delivery
• Facilitate effective communication between development teams, stakeholders, and leadership
• Ensure delivery meets quality, timeline, and scope requirements while maintaining customer focus

• Key requirements / skills / experience:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Change Management, Economics, IT, or comparable field

Agile Experience: 2-3 years of relevant work experience in Agile practices, transformation, change management, or consulting

• Scrum Knowledge: Strong understanding of Scrum framework, artifacts, and ceremonies
• Agile Methodologies: Experience with various Agile approaches including Kanban, Lean, XP practices, and TDD
• Design Thinking: Experience in Design Thinking and Story Mapping techniques
• Growth Mindset: Demonstrates continuous learning and professional development with curiosity and customer-centric service attitude
• Agile Mindset: Genuine commitment to Agile values and principles with ability to inspire others
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholder groups
• Innovation: Drives new and innovative ideas and approaches while maintaining focus on practical implementation
• Time Zones: Ability to cover time zones from Japan (8:30am) through to India (18:00pm) and business level English proficiency required

Future Challenges

• Collaborate with peers and Service Manager to develop Policy Administration in Allianz Technology
• Preparation for ITMP transition
• Work with peers and experts for continued personal and team growth & development as well as self-directed ongoing personal development