Scrum Leader
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · DevOps
In short
Emerson seeks a Scrum Leader in the Philippines to guide software development teams in effective Agile execution, foster collaboration, and promote continuous improvement in a hybrid setting. The role involves facilitating Agile ceremonies, supporting PI planning, removing obstacles, and coaching teams on Agile principles to deliver high-quality software aligned with business objectives.
Responsibilities
- Enable successful team execution by guiding iteration planning and delivery aligned with Program Increment objectives, quality standards, and sustainable work practices.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies and team events, including planning sessions, daily standups, backlog refinement, reviews, retrospectives, and other collaborative activities.
- Support Program Increment delivery through preparation for PI Planning, alignment of objectives, tracking of progress, and coordination of dependencies and risks.
- Identify and help remove obstacles that impact team effectiveness by collaborating with stakeholders and promoting timely resolution of issues.
- Improve workflow visibility, predictability, and team effectiveness through the thoughtful use of metrics, observations, and continuous improvement practices.
- Coach teams and stakeholders on Agile principles, Scrum practices, servant leadership, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative team environment built on trust, accountability, learning, and open communication.
- Partner closely with Product Owners, Product Market Managers, software engineers, quality teams, architects, DevOps professionals, security teams, and other stakeholders to support successful delivery.
- Communicate progress, risks, dependencies, and key decisions clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives and leverage appropriate automation and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency and team effectiveness.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience supporting software development teams in a Scrum Master, Agile delivery, iteration management, or similar servant leadership role.
- Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and helping cross-functional teams deliver value through iterative development practices.
- Working knowledge of Agile frameworks and methodologies, including Scrum and SAFe principles and practices.
- Experience identifying and resolving impediments, managing dependencies, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong facilitation, coaching, stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across global teams and diverse stakeholder groups.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience helping teams evolve Agile practices and adopt scaled Agile frameworks in a practical and sustainable manner.
- Experience supporting SaaS, cloud-based, enterprise, or continuously delivered software products.
- Experience using Azure DevOps or similar Agile planning and lifecycle management tools.
- Experience collaborating with geographically distributed teams across multiple regions and time zones.
- Familiarity with software engineering, quality assurance, DevOps, cybersecurity, and product management practices.
- Relevant Agile certifications such as SAFe Scrum Master, Certified ScrumMaster, Professional Scrum Master, or similar credentials.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits plans
- Variety of medical insurance plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee resource groups
- Recognition programs
- Flexible time off plans
- Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
- Vacation and holiday leave
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Company
Emerson
Job Posted
6 hours ago
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
Hybrid
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Mandaluyong, Philippines
Qualification
Bachelor
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