Fimatix are a leading Software Delivery Consultancy and we specialise in working with HM Government.

We are looking for a number of experienced and motivated Scrum Master’s on a contract basis to guide our agile teams in delivering high-quality software solutions. You will be instrumental in facilitating Agile practices, removing impediments, and ensuring that our cross-functional teams are aligned, productive, and continuously improving. This role is perfect for a servant-leader who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments and has a passion for Agile principles and team empowerment. You will need to have GDS experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, and QA Engineers to ensure the team delivers value each sprint.
• Identify and remove obstacles that hinder team progress and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Guide teams in Agile best practices and coach them through Agile maturity.
• Support the Product Owner in backlog management, prioritisation, and planning.
• Track and communicate sprint progress and team performance using appropriate Agile tools.
• Shield the team from external distractions and ensure a sustainable pace of development.
• Promote a positive team environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a software development environment.
• Deep understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and Agile delivery.
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and coaching cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar Agile project management tools.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and motivate teams.
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices and their role in Agile development environments.
• Experience working in distributed or hybrid teams.
• Ability to analyse team metrics and use them to drive continuous improvement.
• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

Desirable Skills

• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM I or higher).
• Experience in scaled Agile environments (e.g., SAFe, LeSS).
• Technical background or familiarity with software development processes.
• Experience in coaching or mentoring Agile teams.

Please apply now for an immediate conversation about the role.