Junior Scrum Master (SS-SM) at Paracon

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Scrum Events: Organize and lead daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth project execution.
• Support the Team: Assist the development team in achieving their goals by removing impediments, fostering a collaborative environment, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Track Progress: Monitor and report on the progress of sprints, helping to identify risks and ensure that the team stays on track.
• Coach Team Members: Provide guidance on Agile principles and best practices, helping team members to understand their roles and responsibilities within the Scrum framework.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals and priorities.
• Documentation: Maintain and update project documentation, including sprint backlogs, task boards, and status reports.
• Continuous Improvement: Encourage and facilitate a culture of continuous improvement by helping the team identify areas for growth and implementing actionable feedback.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience: 1-2 years of experience working as a Scrum Master or in a similar agile role.
• Agile Knowledge: Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, particularly Scrum. Experience with Kanban or other Agile methodologies is a plus.
• Facilitation Skills: Ability to effectively facilitate team meetings and events, ensuring that all voices are heard and those discussions are productive.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey ideas and information to team members and stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly identify and address issues that may impact project success.
• Tools: Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Confluence) is preferred.
• Certifications: A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar Agile certification is desirable but not mandatory.

Personal Attributes:

• Team Player: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Adaptable: Flexible and open to change in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proactive: Takes initiative and is self-motivated to drive tasks to completion.
• Continuous Learner: Eager to learn and grow within the role, with a strong interest in Agile practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree: A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field is preferred.

What We Offer:

• Growth Opportunities: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the organization.
• Work-Life Balance: A supportive work environment that values work-life balance.