South Africa: Scrum Master – Perm – Hybrid (Fourways) – R1,3 million per annum posted by E-Merge

January 15, 2026 Jobs in South Africa

E-Merge

South Africa

Other IT/Computer

Job Description

About the Role

Our prestige client is seeking a Scrum Master that leads and facilitates the Software and QA Engineer teams with collaboration to achieve solution creations that meets deadlines within the Scrum framework, values and practices. The Scrum Master will act as a servant leader and help teams become self-reliant and stay aligned with scrum processes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a high-performance team by facilitating problem-solving and empowering the team through Agile coaching, support and presence.
Guide and improve the team output through application of scrum methodologies.
Support the team and act as a buffer to outside interference to ensure team autonomy is maintained.
Supervise team communication and ensure that hindrances are removed for the team to jointly reach the objectives of a sprint or of the project.
Collaborate with product owners and develop teams/hybrid team on sprint planning, facilitation process and ceremonies, etc.
Ensure that team is productive and is focused on project activities.
Ensure team is highly motivated to cope with pressures.
Conduct daily stand-ups to enhance transparency and assess progress toward the sprint goal.
Lead weekly reflections, conduct root cause analysis of product bugs/issues to prevent recurrence.
Resolve conflict within the team or between the team and the Product Owner to ensure that team stays focused on project activities.
Collaborate with hybrid teams on sprint planning, processes and ceremonies.
Facilitate sprint planning meetings.
Tool maintenance and reporting.
Conduct retrospectives after each sprint to identify areas for improvement of future sprints
Ensure team understands Agile methodology and DevOps practices/principles.
Ensure that the right tools are available to the team to effectively perform their duties.
Facilitate cooperation and collaboration amongst teams across all platforms.
Coach team constantly to ensure best practice adoption.
Balance the cost of changing course with the benefits of efficiency.
Assist the team to improve their workflow.
Collate and write reports.
Ensure adherence to all relevant compliance and governance framework.
Manage all risks and related complexities within the process.

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Requirements

3 years’ IT project management background
Exposure to Scrum/SAFe methodology
2+ Data Warehouse Experience
3+ years Data analysis experience
Experience in project reporting

Qualifications

IT Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Information Technology / Software Engineering

How to Apply

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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in South Africa

In South Africa, the IT and computer industry is a significant contributor to the country’s economy, with a diverse range of job opportunities available across various sectors. Typically, these roles involve working with technology to drive business growth, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience. Generally, careers in this field require a strong understanding of technical concepts and a willingness to adapt to changing technologies.

When it comes to salary expectations, it’s common for IT and computer professionals in South Africa to earn broad ranges that can vary significantly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level positions may offer salaries between R400 000 and R600 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command higher figures, often ranging from R800 000 to R2 million or more, depending on the specific requirements of the job.

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Industries that commonly employ IT and computer professionals in South Africa include the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and public sector organisations. These sectors often require specialists to design, implement, and maintain complex technological systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and securely.

Career development opportunities for IT and computer professionals in South Africa are diverse and varied. Typically, entry-level roles provide a solid foundation for progression into mid-tier positions, where professionals can take on more senior responsibilities and develop their technical expertise. With experience, it’s common to move into leadership roles or transition into related fields like data science, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity. Many companies also offer opportunities for training, certification, and continuing education to support the ongoing development of their employees’ skills and knowledge.

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