• Application Deadline:
• Position: Scrum Master


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

About the role

As a Scrum Master at Moniepoint, you will play a crucial role in facilitating the Agile development process and ensuring effective collaboration between cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality payment processing solutions. You will be responsible for guiding teams in adopting and practising Agile methodologies, removing impediments, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

You'll Be Responsible For

• Managing each project’s scope and timeline


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


• Work closely with the product owner to prioritize and refine the product backlog, ensuring that user stories are well-defined, estimated, and ready for development.


• Remove impediments and roadblocks that hinder the progress of the Scrum teams, fostering a collaborative and problem-solving environment.


• Monitor team metrics and key performance indicators to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvement.


• Coach team members in Agile frameworks


• Facilitate internal communication and effective collaboration


• Help teams implement changes effectively


• Promote a culture of transparency, trust, and open communication within and across teams.


• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments in Agile and Scrum methodologies, and contribute to the continuous evolution of Agile practices at Moniepoint 

You Should Apply If You Have

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.


• At least 3 years of experience in a Scrum master role


• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification is preferred.


• Proven experience as a Scrum Master in a software development or technology-focused environment, ideally within the payments processing or financial services industry.


• Strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.


• Excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, and communication skills.


• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.


• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to addressing challenges and facilitating solutions.


• Experience with Agile tools and software, such as JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms.


• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.


• A passion for continuous learning and improvement, both for yourself and your teams.