Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Agile Master to lead our teams in delivering high-quality products and services. As a key member of our organisation, you will be responsible for driving agile methodologies and practices across multiple sites and locations. Your expertise will help improve efficiencies at an organisational level, aligning with bigger teams to ensure good collaboration and value-adding outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Takes ownership and responsibility for all aspects of the team’s delivery and performance
- Supports (multiple) feature teams in complex products / sub-products up to domain level
- Provides key insights into the evolution of agile KPIs in complex agile teams to improve efficiencies at an organisational level
- Contributes significant value in relevant CoPs through active leadership
- Guides the team and organisation on the use and application of Agile/Scrum methodologies and practices
- Aligns within bigger teams to ensure good collaboration and value-adding outcomes
- Collaborates with Product Owners and colleagues across multiple sites/locations
- Supports the Product Owner with grooming processes and product backlog management
- Gives structure to workshops and meetings to lead and facilitate the team’s agile way of working
- Facilitates discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution
- Assesses the agile maturity of the team and organisation and coaches the team to higher levels
- Coordinates product planning, together with Product Owners
- Coordinates and leads relevant agile ceremonies
- Assists with internal and external communication and improving transparency
- Demonstrates the status / performance of the team as key element
- Focuses on continuous improvement and change management with the relevant feature teams
- Drives topics related to team morale & culture
- Provides coaching & support of feature members
- Assesses the agile maturity of the team and organisation and coaches the team to higher levels of maturity, at a pace that is sustainable and comfortable for the team and Product Owners
- Assists with other project / product- and team coordination tasks when required
- Drives the agile quality assessment
- Drives the agile testing approaches
- Drives the resolution of impediments
- Drives the team delivery
Requirements
- IT / Business Degree
- One of the following (Mandatory):
- Professional Scrum Master III Certified Scrum Professional – Scrum Master® (scrumailliance.org)
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications not specified in original description, skipping this entire section.
Salary & Benefits
- No salary information provided in original description, skipping this entire section.
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About IT / Computing / Software Jobs in Pretoria
In Pretoria, the IT and computing sector is a thriving industry with a growing demand for skilled professionals. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find a range of opportunities across various sectors, including technology, finance, and healthcare. This growth is driven by the increasing reliance on digital technologies in businesses and government institutions.
When it comes to salaries, there are broad ranges to consider, depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Generally speaking, entry-level positions tend to start around R400 000 – R600 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries ranging from R800 000 – R1.5 million or more, depending on the specific requirements of the position.
Common skills required for IT and computing roles in Pretoria include proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++, as well as experience with software development methodologies like Agile or Scrum. Additionally, strong analytical and problem-solving skills are often essential, as are excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Other important skills include data analysis and interpretation, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
The technology industry is a significant employer of IT professionals in Pretoria, particularly for large multinational companies like Google and Microsoft. Financial services firms also commonly require skilled IT staff to manage their systems and infrastructure. Other sectors that frequently hire for IT roles include the manufacturing sector, where companies need to invest in automation and data analytics technologies.
Career development opportunities are available across various levels of experience, from junior developer positions to senior leadership roles. Typically, career progression involves taking on additional responsibilities, pursuing further education or certifications, and staying up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies. Many employers also offer training and development programs to help employees build new skills and advance in their careers.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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