Job Description
About the Role
As a Scrum Master in our Cape Town City Centre location, you’ll be supporting cross-functional teams within a larger value stream or product ecosystem, working closely with Product Owners, Developers, Testers, Business Stakeholders, and other experienced Scrum Masters to drive alignment, flow, and continuous improvement. You will contribute to the broader Agile Community of practice and help strengthen delivery maturity, coach new team members, and shape the culture of agility across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure alignment with Agile Release Train objectives.
- Escalate systemic impediments and risks.
- Support program-level ceremonies such as PI Planning, ART Syncs, and System Demos.
- Provide visibility into team progress, dependencies, and delivery outcomes.
- Foster a culture of trust, accountability, and psychological safety.
- Facilitate Scrum and flow-based cadences with clarity and purpose.
- Partner with Product Owners to maintain a healthy, outcome-focused backlog.
- Improve delivery flow by reducing bottlenecks and making work visible.
- Surface systemic constraints and collaborate to resolve them.
- Support cross-team planning, coordination, and alignment forums.
- Help teams deliver usable increments on a consistent, sustainable cadence.
Requirements
- Relevant IT Qualification (IT Degree or Diploma)
- Relevant Agile Certifications (CSM, A-CSM, CSP-SM, PSM I, PSM II, SSM, SASM, SA, ICP)
- 4 years of experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach or delivery leader.
- Strong understanding of Agile Frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Lean and product-oriented delivery).
- Exceptional facilitation and coaching skills.
Qualifications
No qualifications mentioned in the original description.
Salary & Benefits
No salary information mentioned in the original description.
How to Apply
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About IT / Computing / Software Jobs in Cape Town Region
The IT and computing industry in the Cape Town region is generally thriving, with a strong demand for skilled professionals in fields such as software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity. Typically, these roles are found across various sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare, and education. As a result, career opportunities in this field are often diverse and abundant.
In terms of salary ranges, it’s common to find IT and computing professionals earning between R400 000 to R1 200 000 per annum, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, please note that these figures are broad estimates and may vary significantly based on individual circumstances. For instance, senior roles or those in larger companies tend to command higher salaries, while entry-level positions may be lower.
Common skills required for IT and computing roles include proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++, experience with software development methodologies like Agile or Scrum, knowledge of data structures and algorithms, and familiarity with cloud computing platforms. Additionally, many employers also value skills such as data analysis, problem-solving, and communication.
The technology industry is a significant sector that employs IT professionals in Cape Town, followed by the financial services and manufacturing sectors. Other industries that commonly require these roles include education, healthcare, and government.
For those looking to advance their careers in IT and computing, there are various opportunities for professional development. Typically, this involves obtaining relevant certifications, such as CompTIA or Cisco, and staying up-to-date with industry trends through online courses or workshops. Many employers also provide training and mentorship programs to support employee growth. With experience and continuous learning, it’s possible to move into senior roles or specialise in a particular area of expertise.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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