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KBR IT Software Development Scrum Master in Leatherhead, United Kingdom
Title:
IT Software Development Scrum Master
KBR is a global provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies delivered across a wide government, defense and industrial base. Drawing from its rich 100-year history and culture of innovation and mission focus, KBR creates sustainable value by combining engineering, technical and scientific expertise with its full life cycle capabilities to help our clients meet their most pressing challenges today and into the future.
KBR employs approximately 29,000 people worldwide (including our joint ventures), with customers in more than 80 countries, and operations in 40 countries, across two synergistic global businesses.
Government Solutions, serving government customers globally, including capabilities that cover the full lifecycle of defence, space, aviation and other government programs and missions from research and development, through systems engineering, test and evaluation, program management, to operations, maintenance, and field logistics.
Sustainable Technology Solutions (‘STS’), featuring proprietary technology, equipment, catalysts, digital solutions and related technical services for the monetization of hydrocarbons, including refining, petrochemicals, ammonia and specialty chemicals, as well as inorganics. It also incorporates the energy transition offerings including onshore and offshore oil and gas; LNG/GTL; oil refining; petrochemicals; chemicals; fertilizers; differentiated EPC; maintenance services; floating solutions; program management and consulting services.
KBR are looking for an exceptionally motivated, enterprising, and goal-oriented IT Software Development Scrum Master.
THE ROLE
As a Scrum Master, you will lead multiple global scrum teams in using Agile methodology and scrum practices, helping the product owners and development team to achieve customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for removing impediments, coaching the team, resolving conflicts, and supporting the product owners.
Under general direction, uses specialised knowledge or skills to solve complex and unique problems, or direct the daily activities of a business, technical support, or functional support team. Establishes priorities for the completion of assigned tasks. Uses judgment to interpret internal and external issues and develop best practices. May direct resources, prioritize tasks, and provide guidance to less experienced team members. Relies upon experience, interpersonal skills, and broad knowledge of field to ensure task completion in compliance with policies, procedures, and business strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Utilise extensive expertise in Azure DevOps for functionality, tracking, and project management.
Lead multiple scrum teams, implementing Agile methodology and scrum practices effectively.
Organize product owners and development teams to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Co-ordinate efforts to remediate impediments and coach scrum teams on resolving blocks.
Mediate conflicts and issues that arise between cross-functional teams.
Train team members to achieve higher levels of scrum/agile maturity.
Support and educate product owners as needed.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline or area with at least 5+ years’ work experience as a Scrum Master
Scrum Master Certification required
3+ years' experience with Azure DevOps and software development
Ability to analyse and think quickly and to resolve conflict
Knowledgeable in development and change management techniques
Ability to adapt to work with and lead multiple teams in different time zones
Strong communication, interpersonal and mentoring skills
Ability to adapt to a fast paced changing environment
Self-motivation and ability to remain focused in the middle of distraction
Sound judgement, attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through on actions including the flexibility to perform in an ever-changing work environment
The ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear, concise manner (verbal and written) across functional and technical departments
Possess the capacity to work on multiple tasks at any one time, handling conflicting demands, prioritize workload and effectively delegate while maintaining high quality standards
Expertise in rapidly comprehending the functions and capabilities of new technologies
KBR COMPANY INFORMATION
When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through collaboration with our customers, we’re defining tomorrow’s challenges, then providing the solutions and services to overcome those challenges, always maintaining our commitment to total safety and reliability.
At KBR, we partner with government and industry clients to provide purposeful and comprehensive solutions with an emphasis on efficiency and safety. With a full portfolio of services, proprietary technologies and expertise, our employees are ready to handle projects and missions throughout their entire lifecycle, from planning and design to sustainability and maintenance. Whether at the bottom of the ocean or in outer space, our clients trust us to deliver the impossible on a daily basis.
Working at KBR means being rewarded for your contributions. In addition to competitive benefits and professional development, our people are empowered to use all their potential, creating meaningful change for themselves and our clients. We attract the best minds in the world because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness and collaboration. That is how we supply our clients with cutting-edge solutions and services.
As the needs of the world change, we’re ready to respond and guide the way forward with strategic, sustainable, and technological advancements grounded in more than a century of practical application and execution.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.