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Johannesburg: Scrum Master posted by PBT Group

Johannesburg: Scrum Master posted by PBT Group

Posted on 2025-06-17 00:00:00

Employer PBT Group
Category Banking
Location Gauteng  / Johannesburg

Job Summary

The Scrum Master will play a pivotal role in leading Agile delivery within a strategic data programme supporting the compliance function. This role is suited for a highly motivated and experienced Scrum Master with a passion for fostering agile transformation, facilitating efficient team collaboration, and driving high-quality delivery. The Scrum Master will ensure that Agile principles are embedded and optimally applied across the team to achieve strategic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Agile Leadership & Delivery

  • Coach, mentor, and support cross-functional teams in the adoption and ongoing use of Agile methodologies.
  • Facilitate the transition from traditional delivery models to Agile practices where necessary.
  • Lead by example in fostering a self-organising, high-performance team culture.
  • Remove impediments and guide the team to resolve issues that block progress.
  • Collaborate with project and delivery managers to align releases with business objectives.

2. Scrum Facilitation

  • Organise and lead Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Ensure team adherence to Scrum principles and practices across multiple concurrent sprints.
  • Promote Agile best practices to improve sprint efficiency and team output.

3. Backlog & Requirements Management

  • Work closely with Programme Managers and business stakeholders to refine and prioritise backlogs.
  • Ensure user stories are well-defined, actionable, and aligned with compliance and strategic objectives.
  • Translate unstructured or ambiguous requirements into actionable backlog items.

4. Performance Tracking & Risk Management

  • Monitor sprint metrics and team performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
  • Proactively manage risks and escalate issues as necessary to relevant stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement within the team by fostering a culture of transparency and adaptability.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Maintain clear, consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Build effective relationships with compliance officers, analysts, engineers, and senior leaders to ensure alignment and transparency.
  • Present sprint updates, risks, and key achievements to stakeholders and leadership forums.

6. Governance & Documentation

  • Ensure all Scrum artefacts and Agile documentation are maintained and up-to-date.
  • Support adherence to change governance frameworks, data standards, and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile delivery role.
  • Proven track record in leading Agile teams within complex, data-driven projects.
  • Experience in compliance, risk, or regulatory programmes will be advantageous.
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent certification is preferred.
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Knowledge and Skills

Technical Competencies:

  • Proficiency in Agile tools such as Jira and Confluence.
  • Familiarity with data lake architecture, data governance, and data management principles.
  • Understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is advantageous.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong leadership, facilitation, and team coaching skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving aptitude.
  • Comfortable operating in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.
  • Ability to influence and negotiate effectively at senior levels.
  • Awareness of project cost control, resource planning, and quality assurance.

* In order to comply with the POPI Act, for future career opportunities, we require your permission to maintain your personal details on our database. By completing and returning this form you give PBT your consent

* If you have not received any feedback after 2 weeks, please consider you application as unsuccessful.

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