Job Description
About the Role
The Intermediate Scrum Master role at Lesaka Technologies is a critical position that drives Agile delivery, fosters collaboration, and enables continuous improvement across two squads within the organisation. This role ensures teams deliver predictably, remove blockers effectively, and mature in their Agile practices while maintaining strong alignment with product and engineering stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate all core Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
- Manage scope, timelines, risks, and dependencies across two squads to support predictable, high-quality delivery.
- Support Product Strategy, PI Planning, and Iteration Planning to ensure alignment with product and business priorities.
- Conduct capacity planning and guide teams toward maintaining sustainable velocity.
- Ensure deliverables meet agreed quality standards, acceptance criteria, and the Definition of Done.
- Coach teams on Agile principles, Scrum framework, and best practices to improve maturity and self-organisation.
- Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, psychological safety, and continuous learning.
- Facilitate data-driven retrospectives and improvement experiments to enhance team performance.
- Support new team members in onboarding to Agile ways of working.
- Collaborate with Product Managers, Business Analysts, Engineering Leads, and other stakeholders to ensure priority alignment and effective delivery flow.
- Act as a communication bridge between squads and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency and clarity.
- Provide regular progress updates, highlight risks or delivery concerns, and support expectation management.
- Proactively identify, track, and remove impediments impacting delivery flow.
- Drive process optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency, communication, and predictability.
- Contribute to scaling Agile practices across squads and departments to ensure consistent methodologies.
Requirements
- 45 years of experience as a Scrum Master working with multiple Agile delivery teams.
- Solid understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, ScrumBan) and practices.
- Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and driving cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Relevant certifications such as CSM, PSM I/II, or equivalent (advantageous).
Qualifications
No formal education or certifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not provided.
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About IT / Computing / Software Jobs in Western Cape
The IT and computing industry is a thriving sector in Western Cape, with many opportunities available to those interested in pursuing a career in this field. Generally, the job market in this area tends to be competitive, with a high demand for skilled professionals who can meet the technological needs of various industries. Typically, these roles involve working on software development, system administration, and data analysis.
When it comes to salary expectations, it’s difficult to pinpoint exact figures due to varying factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, broad ranges are possible. For example, entry-level positions in IT typically range from R300 000 to R500 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries between R600 000 and R1 million or more, depending on the individual’s qualifications and experience. Experienced professionals can also expect to earn higher salaries, often above R1 million, especially if they are in high-demand positions.
Common skills required for IT roles include proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum. Strong understanding of database management systems, cloud computing platforms, and data analysis tools is also highly valued. Additionally, excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development are essential for success in this field.
The IT industry is commonly found in various sectors, including the technology industry, financial services sector, manufacturing sector, and government institutions. These industries often require IT professionals to design, develop, and implement software solutions that meet their specific needs. In addition to traditional roles like software development, there are also opportunities for IT professionals to work in consulting, testing, and support.
For those interested in advancing their careers, opportunities exist for professional growth and development. Many companies offer training programs, mentorship schemes, and networking events to help employees develop new skills and stay up-to-date with industry trends. With experience, individuals can move into leadership positions or start their own IT consulting businesses. Furthermore, certifications like CompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA, and Microsoft MCSA demonstrate a commitment to professional development and can enhance job prospects.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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