Agile Coordinator - Scrum Master

Company Description

Introduction to Playbook
Playbook is an innovative company driven by a passion for delivering top-tier entertainment in the world of betting. We firmly believe that betting should be an exhilarating experience, and our mission is to empower operators with the tools they need to not only attract and retain customers but also to provide them with the highest level of entertainment.

Our Commitment to Operators
At Playbook, we are committed to providing operators with a comprehensive suite of solutions that go beyond the ordinary. Our dedicated engineering team has developed a cutting-edge platform that is highly scalable and modular, allowing businesses to tailor it to their unique needs. We understand that no two operators are the same, and we're here to support their vision and goals.

Global Presence
With offices strategically located in Krakow and London, Playbook is well-positioned to serve clients on a global scale. We pride ourselves on offering tailored solutions.
At Playbook, we are dedicated to redefining the betting experience, and we invite you to join us on this journey.

Job Description

Role responsibilities in a Nutshell: 

As a Scrum Master, you will be an essential catalyst for promoting Agile practices within our organization. Your primary role involves facilitating Agile ceremonies, promoting self-organization among team members, and providing unwavering support to the Product Owner. You will drive continuous improvement, encourage innovation, and serve as a point of contact for Agile-related inquiries. Your role is pivotal in maintaining a clear focus on Agile principles and enhancing collaboration within the team and across stakeholders. Your responsibilities will extend across various domains, including:

• Agile Ceremonies Facilitation: Guide team members through Planning, Refinement, Reviews, and Retrospectives while ensuring focus and effective use of Scrum tools.
• Agile Practices Advocacy: Promote and support Agile methodologies within the team and the wider organization, offering guidance on Agile principles to maximise value delivery.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with Product Owners, business representatives, and teams to support product backlog management and foster positive relationships, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
• Fostering Team Synergy: Guide teams through problem-solving and conflict resolution, ensuring smooth progression towards objectives. Mediate between diverse stakeholders and promote a unified direction and collaborative environment for shared success.
• Impediment Removal: Identify and address or escalate impediments to sprint execution, facilitating a smooth workflow and effective sprint completion.
• Continuous Improvement: Serve as a mirror to the team, reflecting Modern Agile and Scrum values, facilitating continuous process improvement, and encouraging the adoption of Agile Management Innovations.
• Knowledge Sharing: Engage in organizational events, share insights through blogging, internal conferences, and other channels to promote a culture of learning and Agile community growth within the organization.
• Coaching and Consulting: Provide coaching to team members and the organization on Agile practices and engineering practices, enhancing team capabilities and Agile maturity.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of commercial experience as Scrum Master, Agile Coordinator, or Agile Coach in Agile organization, with a demonstrated understanding of multiple Agile approaches
• Practical knowledge about Agile software development methodologies and good understanding of SDLC processes
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively within various Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, Scrumban), showcasing flexibility and adaptability in different Agile environments
• Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team and influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
• Solid interpersonal and excellent communication skills to cater a mixed-language team environment
• Experience in cooperation with various stakeholders on different organizational levels
• Strong organizational skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in JIRA and Confluence, and other tools supporting team collaboration
• Experience with different workshop facilitation management techniques
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• An open-minded, goal-oriented, and Agile mindset
• Excellent command of English (C1 Level)

Nice to have: 

• Experience in relevant industries such as gambling, gaming, programmatic buying, or online marketing bidding platforms
• PSM I or PSM II certificate
• Knowledge of Scaled Agile methodologies (SAFE)
• Willingness to obtain and share knowledge with others.
• Ability to enable process in new projects.
• International exposure and experience in a global working environment.
• Team management skills

Additional Information

Salary range: 15 000 - 20 000 PLN / month

What We Offer:

• Health Care and Multisport Card
• Conference and training budgets - 2000 PLN per year
• Company library
• Flexible working hours - 7/10 - 15/18
• Office in the city center - Rynek Główny 6, 31-042 Kraków
• Top-notch equipment
• Table Soccer and Game console
• Place for your bike 
• Employee referral program
• Hybrid or remote work 

Here what comes next: 

• If your profile matches our position, our Recruitment team will contact you to arrange a 30 minutes phone screening
• Within one week of the initial interview, we will let you know If we would like to invite you for next round
• We will offer you feedback after every step-in recruitment process