Scrum Master/Project Manager

Summary

Join Yopeso, a 19-year-old software company with over 250 employees, as a hands-on SCRUM Master. This role requires leading SCRUM ceremonies, training the team in Agile methodologies, collaborating with Product Owners and stakeholders, and adapting Agile practices to our delivery model. You will support product development, manage project dependencies, and use key metrics to improve team performance. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience as a SCRUM Master in R&D or product development, strong Agile knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Yopeso offers competitive remuneration, remote work, sports/leisure benefits, paid sick leave and vacation days, team events, a professional development plan, training opportunities, professional certifications, and optional medical insurance.

Requirements

• 3+ years as a SCRUM Master, Agile Coach, or similar role, preferably with a background in R&D or product development
• Proven experience working in cross-functional teams within a software development or platform environment
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, particularly SCRUM and Kanban, with experience adapting practices to team needs and project demands
• Experience in Agile metrics (cycle time, lead time) and data-driven decision-making to drive team performance
• Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and dependencies, ideally in an R&D or complex software development environment
• Ability to navigate dependencies and align project activities with product development objectives
• Excellent communicator, able to collaborate with POs, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Flexible and open to change, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage change effectively within a team
• Hands-on, self-motivated, and proactive approach to project management

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate SCRUM ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement
• Train and support the team in Agile methodologies, particularly in SCRUM and Kanban practices, to increase productivity and foster a collaborative environment
• Support the development of innovative products, ensuring alignment between project management and product goals
• Collaborate closely with the Product Owner to understand and prioritize product requirements, manage dependencies, and adjust project plans accordingly
• Assist the team in navigating complex development cycles, setting achievable goals, and tracking progress using key metrics (e.g., cycle time, lead time)
• Act as a bridge between development teams and stakeholders, including the Product Owner, platform teams, and cross-functional departments
• Adapt communication style to suit diverse audiences and effectively manage change to ensure smooth adoption of processes and changes within the team
• Tailor Agile practices to fit our delivery model, aligning with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) requirements and the unique needs of R&D in a software development context
• Apply industry best practices while remaining flexible to adapt processes that best suit the team’s dynamic and project-specific requirements
• Use key metrics (such as cycle time and lead time) to assess and improve team performance, promoting transparency and accountability
• Collaborate with the team to set realistic goals and work towards continuous delivery and optimization of the delivery pipeline

Preferred Qualifications

• SCRUM Master Certification (CSM, PSM) or equivalent
• Additional Agile training in Kanban, change management, or Agile coaching is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration
• Remote work
• Sports/leisure benefit
• 20 sick leave days paid at 100%
• 32 calendar days of vacation
• Team events, online, at the office or outside
• Professional development plan with guidance and mentorship
• Training and development opportunities with allocated budget
• Professional Certifications
• Optional medical insurance