Scrum Master

7 days ago

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria Tezza Business Solutions Full time ₦600,000 - ₦1,800,000 per year
Job Title: Scrum Master

 

About the Role:

We are seeking a Skilled Scrum Master to join our growing technology team; a leading Microfinance Bank focused on driving financial inclusion through innovative digital solutions. The ideal candidate will be responsible for facilitating agile processes, promoting collaboration, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple cross-functional teams.

You will work closely with Product Managers, Developers, QA Engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver efficient and scalable financial products that enhance our customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a Scrum Master for one or more agile teams, ensuring adherence to agile principles and best practices.

  • Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

  • Collaborate with Product Owners to ensure well-defined product backlogs and sprint goals.

  • Identify and remove impediments that hinder team progress and delivery.

  • Support the team in achieving a sustainable pace and continuous improvement.

  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and collaboration within teams.

  • Track and communicate team progress using appropriate metrics (e.g., burndown charts, velocity).

  • Act as a servant leader — protecting the team from distractions and enabling focus on sprint goals.

  • Partner with other Scrum Masters and delivery leads to enhance overall agile maturity across the organization.

  • Ensure alignment of product delivery with compliance and regulatory requirements within the banking and financial sector.

Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.

  • 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager in a technology-driven environment.

  • Proven experience working within financial services, fintech, or microfinance institutions (preferred).

  • Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and software development life cycles.

  • Scrum Master Certification (CSM, PSM I, or equivalent) is required.

  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.

  • Strong analytical mindset and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

  • Experience using agile tools such as Jira, Trello, or ClickUp.

Nice to Have:

  • Exposure to digital banking, payment systems, or loan management platforms.

  • Experience with DevOps and CI/CD processes.

  • Familiarity with agile scaling frameworks (SAFe, LeSS).

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