Agile (Scrum) Master

AGILE (SCRUM) MASTER – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY – NORTH SYDNEY – DAY RATE CONTRACT
With over 13,000 employees across 20+ countries, Allianz Technology is the go-to technology partner for Allianz Group companies across the world. We're all about crafting world-class, agile, and sustainable IT solutions that power a seamless digital journey for our customers. From massive IT infrastructure projects like data centres and networks to innovative application platforms in workplace services, data science, and customer interfaces, we're at the forefront of building the future. We're proud to be a global pioneer of change, as single centre of excellence, acting as Allianz's digital backbone worldwide. With our streamlined approach, we simplify Allianz's business operations wherever they are, by delivering full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.
Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.
About the roleThe primary purpose of this role is to facilitate agile development by coaching, mentoring, and training the Agile Squad on agile processes and practices while ensuring that the agile values and behaviours become a habit for the Agile Squad members and get embedded in the Squad’s culture. The Agile Master will be required to facilitate ceremonies and monitor team performance to achieve the squad and product goals.
Coaches and consults the Product Owner to formulate the user stories and prioritize them in the backlog to maximize value deliveryCoaches and trains the Agile Squad on understanding and applying agile practices and the Agile Blueprint to strengthen the self-organized way of workingSupports the Agile Squad achieve success focused on the clear objective of the Agile SquadFacilitate Agile events (Daily Stand-up, Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospective, Sprint Review, Refinement, Big Room Planning & POCLAM/POCLAC) and workshops as requested or needed in cooperation with Agile Masters, Agile Coach, Tribe Lead and Tribe ManagerOptimise the productivity of the team by removing impediments that hold up the Agile Squad and help them become a self-managed, cross-functional team taking end to end responsibility of the product delivery.Monitor the team’s performance and help the Agile Squad improve their practices and increase their effectiveness, promote these learnings within the chapter, tribe and organisation.Improve collaboration and communication between the Agile Squad, tribe and the organizationBecome an active part of the Agile Master community and continuously share your experiences and learnings with other Agile Masters and Agile CoachesFosters the agile mindset, values, principles and way of working while supporting its integration across the organization with a feedback and learning culture.Supports the Agile Squad and the Product Owner to manage internal and external dependencies and prioritize them accordinglyConstantly educate yourself and look beyond the boundaries of Allianz TechnologyBe a committed ambassador and supporter of agile transformation within and outside the teamTriggers and orchestrates agile qualification or training needs in alignment with the Chapter LeadsFacilitate all Scrum ceremonies and ensure adherence to Agile principles.Lead and manage 2 to 3 cross-functional squads, with members both onshore and offshoreCoach and mentor teams and individuals to improve agile practices, team dynamics, and delivery outcomesBe an active contributor to our Agility Chapter, helping define and promote best practices, standards, and agile maturity uplift across the branchParticipate in initiatives planning and translate into sprint goals, and delivery plansPreparation for, and facilitation of, quarterly Big Room Planning events
About youComprehensive knowledge of Agile methodology and frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, XP, etc. and scrum theory, rules and practices and show a high level of willingness and interest in further exploring the topicExperience as an Agile Master or Scrum Master in one or ideally several teams and is a certified Scrum Master (CSM or PSM)Ability to recognise, avert, manage, and escalate conflicts to enable effective and timely resolution in accordance with organisational processes.Leadership experience in other roles and approach challenges proactivelyConflict management and organizational skills have already been confirmed several timesHigh sense of empathy and sensitivity (strong emotional intelligence and social skills) in dealing with colleagues, teams, and customer relationshipsA good overview of processes and structures at Allianz, ideally at Allianz TechnologyProven experience as a Scrum Master, ideally in a Scaled Agile Delivery model (e.g., SAFe, LeSS, Spotify model)Demonstrated ability to coach and build high-performing teamsPassionate about agile delivery, continuous improvement, and coaching others.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.Facilitate squad delivery outcome monitoring and communicating the progress.A passion for leveraging emerging technologies to stay ahead in a fast -changing digital world
About our cultureWe care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.
Adjustments and support If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.
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