Job description
Powertalent: Recruitment, Selection, and Global Outsourcing
Since 2015, Powertalent has stood out for providing customized talent solutions. As specialists in recruitment and selection, we streamline complex processes and identify the best professionals worldwide.
We offer recruitment, outsourcing, and hybrid solutions, building local, nearshore, or offshore teams according to our clients’ needs. We leverage Portugal’s advantages, such as its climate and safety, to deliver nearshoring solutions that drive business growth.
With Powertalent, we guarantee comprehensive and efficient solutions, allowing our clients to focus on what truly matters.
About our client:
Our client is a global leader in professional services, helping organizations drive digital transformation, optimize operations, and grow sustainably. With around 743,000 professionals in over 120 countries, it combines innovation, and expertise in cloud, data, and AI to deliver strategic and technological solutions.
With a focus on results and a culture of shared success, it supports companies in reinventing their businesses and building long-lasting, trusted relationships.
About the job:
We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating agile ceremonies, coaching the development team, and removing any obstacles that may impede the team’s progress.
You will work closely with the Product Owner, ensuring that the product backlog is properly groomed and that the team is delivers value in every sprint. This role requires strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices.
Responsibilities:
- Facilitate agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Coach and mentor the development team on agile practices and ensure adherence to the Scrum framework
- Remove any impediments or obstacles that may hinder the team’s progress
- Collaborate closely with the Product Owner to ensure a clear and prioritized product backlog
- Track and monitor team velocity and communicate progress and risks to stakeholders
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and help the team evolve their agile practices
Important to know: In the first phase of the project, the work will take place over 4 days at the office in Lisbon, in the Parque das Nações area.
Proven +5 years of experience as an Agile Coach / Scrum Master in an Agile software development environment
Strong knowledge of the Scrum framework and Agile principles
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to facilitate and mediate team discussions and conflict resolution
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification is a plus
Experience with PMO project management
English level B2 is required
Effective or B2B contract, it’s up to you
Food subsidy
Remote work
Continuing education and professional development
