Scrum Master (BGC Taguig - Hybrid)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to join our dynamic team at Ascendion. As a Scrum Master, you will play a pivotal role in driving agile project delivery and optimising the performance of our cross-functional software development teams. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City, Metro Manila.

What you'll be doing

A scrum master is the role responsible for ensuring the team lives agile
values and principles and follows the processes and practices that the team
agreed they would use. Scrum Master is a servant-leader who doesn’t have
direct authority over any of the other team members and isn’t involved in
high-level decision-making. Instead, the Scrum Master facilitates the Scrum
process and keeps the team on track to the committed timelines agreed during
the quarterly planning.

The role will be responsible for the following:

1. Implementing Agile Ceremonies and Principles

• Support in evaluating the Scrum Maturity of the squad and prepare
  the squad to advanced stages of maturity, at a speed that is
  workable and easy for the team
• Lead the team on how to accomplish Agile/Scrum practices
• Scrum Master roles and responsibilities include to Lead and coach
  the team in its Scrum implementation
• Enable process activities of Agile development/scrum by inspiring
  and backing the teams to self-align their repetitions
• Scrum Master roles and responsibilities also include to support
  internal and external communication, improving transparency, and
  radiating information
• Program and enable consistent team retrospective meetings per
  the scrum framework
• Program, design and assist team work as per the Scrum
  framework, daily stand-up meetings, consistent iteration reviews
  and sprint planning meetings amongst the team, Product Owner,
  and stakeholders
• Assist sprint-planning gatherings, sprint review, and confirm that
  teams understand their ability (velocity) to meet sprint promises.
  Ensure team’s sense of responsibility to their obligations and to
  other team members.

2. Warrant that any blockers are identified and excluded, adhere to
agile process, and that an agile has a well-run escalation process
in place for the changes that impact iteration

• Managing Agile Teams
• Build a trusting and safe atmosphere where problems can be
  raised without distress of blame, or being judged, with an
  importance of growing and problem solving
• Improve people through schooling and by adopting a positive work
  culture
• Offer all support to the squad using a servant leadership style every
  time possible, and leading by example
• Ensuring that the team is providing software within the recognized
  quality standards by facilitating a working “definition of done” (DoD)
  for Agile stories within each team is another prime Scrum Master
  role and responsibilities.
• Eradicate obstacles or guide the team to remove obstacles by
  finding the right personnel to remove the obstruction.
   

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile coach in a software development environment
• Proven track record of successfully leading Scrum teams and driving continuous improvement
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean
• Strong understanding of software development life cycles and project management best practices
• Certification in Scrum or other Agile frameworks (e.g., CSM, PSM) is preferred

What we offer

At Ascendion, we're committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling work experience. Some of the key benefits we offer include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

About us

Ascendion is a leading IT consulting and software development firm that specialises in delivering innovative digital solutions to clients across various industries. Our mission is to empower organisations to achieve their digital transformation goals through our expertise in Agile, DevOps, and emerging technologies. Join our team and be a part of our exciting journey!

Apply now for the Scrum Master (BGC Taguig - Hybrid) role at Ascendion.