Scrum Master / Agile Coach

Giesecke+Devrient
Málaga, Spain
6 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology JIRA Automation of Tests Microsoft Azure Continuous Integration DevOps Microsoft Dynamics Scrum Methodology Software Engineering Trello Trunk-based Development Data Analytics
+1 more
Extreme Programming

Job description

We’re looking for anAgile Coach / Scrum Masterto participate in the agile transformation of development teams, with a strong focus onKanbanand pragmatic, real-world agile practices. You’ll work closely with engineers, product managers, and leadership to design, implement, and continuously improve flow-based ways of working that increase delivery speed, predictability, and team autonomy.Key ResponsibilitiesCoach and support development teams in adopting Kanban (visualisation of work, WIP limits, flow metrics, policies, and continuous improvement).Facilitate agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, replenishment meetings, reviews, retrospectives) and adapt them to fit Kanban and team context.Collaborate with Product and Engineering leads to design and refine workflows, classes of service, and explicit policies.Introduce and track flow metrics (cycle time, lead time, throughput, WIP, aging work in progress) to drive data-informed decisions.Identify bottlenecks, blockers, and systemic issues; lead experiments to improve flow and delivery predictability.Coach teams on agile principles (empiricism, transparency, collaboration, incremental delivery) beyond any single framework.Support the transition from “ticket pushing” to outcome-focused delivery, helping teams connect their work to business goals.Mentor team members and leaders on agile roles, responsibilities, and ownership (self-organisation, cross-functionality, shared accountability).Facilitate healthy team dynamics, conflict resolution, and psychological safety so teams feel safe to inspect, adapt, and learn.Partner with other Agile Coaches / Engineering Managers to align practices across teams and share learnings.Required SkillsSolid experience working as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, or similar servant-leadership role with software development teams.Proven track record leading Kanban adoption in at least one team (designing boards, WIP limits, flow metrics, and policies).Strong knowledge of agile principles and frameworks (Kanban, Scrum, XP) and when to apply which practices.Hands-on experience facilitating workshops, retrospectives, and team health sessions.Strong communication and facilitation skills, able to work with engineers, product, and leadership.Experience working with agile tooling (e.g., Jira, Azure Boards, Trello, Linear) to visualise flow and metrics.Recommended SkillsExperience coaching multiple teams in parallel (multi-team or tribe-level context).Background in software development, QA, or product management, understanding the end-to-end delivery lifecycle.Familiarity with DevOps practices (CI/CD, trunk-based development, feature flags) and how they support flow.Experience with metrics and analytics (dashboards for cycle time, throughput, WIP aging, blockers).Knowledge of change management and organisational design in agile transformations.Experience combining Kanban with Scrum (“Scrumban”) where needed.Nice to HaveExperience in distributed or remote-first teams.Experience in high-compliance or security-focused environments.Previous work introducing test automation, TDD, or CI/CD as part of process improvements.Experience mentoring or coaching new Scrum Masters / Agile practitioners.Certification(s) such as KMP, KCP, PSM, CSM, ICP-ACC (or equivalent practical experience).Onboarding Plan - Your First 90 DaysFirst 30 Days:Understand current ways of working, tools, and delivery constraints for each of the four teams.Map existing workflows and visualise them on simple Kanban boards, without forcing big-bang changes.Build relationships with team members, Product Managers, and Engineering Managers; clarify goals and expectations.Run initial workshops on Kanban basics, flow, and WIP for each team.Days **:Introduce or refine explicit policies, WIP limits, and basic flow metrics (cycle time, throughput).Facilitate regular retrospectives focused on bottlenecks, context switching, and blockers; agree on concrete improvement experiments.Align ceremonies across teams where useful (e.g., shared review or communities of practice).Help teams start using metrics dashboards to guide planning and prioritisation.Days **:Help teams stabilise their Kanban systems, refine classes of service, and improve predictability.Lead deeper continuous improvement cycles (service level expectations, demand vs. capacity, aging WIP management).Support teams in owning their process, reducing reliance on you for day-to-day facilitation.Document practices, playbooks, and lessons learned to scale the approach across more teams.If you enjoy helping teams become truly agile, love Kanban, and want to have a visible impact across multiple and international teams, this role is for you.What’s great about working with us:Culture and diversity: Join a people-oriented environment with different nationalities and a great team spirit, flat hierarchies (everyone speaks to everyone). Equal Opportunity Employer and LGBT+ friendly.Team:An opportunity to shape our engineering culture and work with a passionate, mission-driven team. Collaboration with a diverse and very international team of outstanding people.Global Collaboration: Work collaboratively with stakeholders around the globe.Impactful Work:You will have the opportunity to participate in and shape a global lighthouse project in the domain of digital currencies.Career Development:Benefit from continuous training, coaching, and talent development programs.Social Benefits:Flexible compensation (transport tickets, training, private insurance), etc.Own canteen: Take a break with our breakfast and lunch service: choose between a wide range of menus, salad desk, and sandwiches service. Nicely priced!Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours with the option for remote work (Mon-Thu 8:**:30 and Fri 8:**:30; 3 days of remote work).Location: Sant Joan Despí. Easily accessible by public transport\(We are an equal opportunity employer! We promote diversity in all its forms and create an inclusive work environment, free from prejudice, discrimination and harassment, in which all employees feel a sense of belonging. We warmly welcome all applications regardless of gender, age, race or ethnic origin, social and cultural background, religion, disability and sexual orientation.\) HR Team Spain \(******\) \(\)

Requirements

Solid experience working as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, or similar servant-leadership role with software development teams. Proven track record leading Kanban adoption in at least one team (designing boards, WIP limits, flow metrics, and policies). Strong knowledge of agile principles and frameworks (Kanban, Scrum, XP) and when to apply which practices. Hands-on experience facilitating workshops, retrospectives, and team health sessions. Strong communication and facilitation skills, able to work with engineers, product, and leadership. Experience working with agile tooling (e.g., Jira, Azure Boards, Trello, Linear) to visualise flow and metrics. Recommended Skills Experience coaching multiple teams in parallel (multi-team or tribe-level context). Background in software development, QA, or product management, understanding the end-to-end delivery lifecycle. Familiarity with DevOps practices (CI/CD, trunk-based development, feature flags) and how they support flow. Experience with metrics and analytics (dashboards for cycle time, throughput, WIP aging, blockers). Knowledge of change management and organisational design in agile transformations. Experience combining Kanban with Scrum (“Scrumban”) where needed. Nice to Have Experience in distributed or remote-first teams. Experience in high-compliance or security-focused environments. Previous work introducing test automation, TDD, or CI/CD as part of process improvements. Experience mentoring or coaching new Scrum Masters / Agile practitioners. Certification(s) such as KMP, KCP, PSM, CSM, ICP-ACC (or equivalent practical experience).

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