Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Lead Developer & Scrum Master to lead and oversee the development of automation and software solutions while also facilitating Scrum practices across our Agile teams. This dual-role position will require a blend of technical expertise and leadership, ensuring smooth collaboration and delivery of high-quality projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Python-based applications, automation scripts, and frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for automation testing using Robot Framework and related tools.
• Automate infrastructure and deployment tasks using Ansible and other automation tools.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and ensure the delivery of scalable, reliable, and high-performance software.
• Review code, identify areas for improvement, and ensure best practices are followed in development and testing.
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on technical challenges.
• Facilitate Agile Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives).
• Ensure that the team adheres to Scrum principles, removing impediments to progress and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Work with product owners and stakeholders to define user stories, prioritize tasks, and ensure the team delivers incremental value in each sprint.
• Monitor team performance and sprint progress, ensuring transparency and continuous improvement.
• Support the team in managing their backlog, ensuring it is refined and ready for each sprint cycle.
• Coach the team on Agile best practices and foster a culture of self-organization and accountability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10-12 years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3-5 years of experience as a Scrum Master in an Agile environment.
• Proficiency in Python and Shell Scripting for automation and software development.
• Hands-on experience with Robot Framework for test automation and framework development.
• Strong knowledge of Ansible for configuration management and automation.
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with stakeholders and lead development teams effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (Git), and related DevOps practices.
• Experience in Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with test-driven development (TDD) and other Agile testing methodologies.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Experience:

• Robot framework: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• scrum certification (Required)

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of Python-based applications, automation scripts, and frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for automation testing using Robot Framework and related tools.
• Automate infrastructure and deployment tasks using Ansible and other automation tools.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and ensure the delivery of scalable, reliable, and high-performance software.
• Review code, identify areas for improvement, and ensure best practices are followed in development and testing.
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance on technical challenges.
• Facilitate Agile Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives).
• Ensure that the team adheres to Scrum principles, removing impediments to progress and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Work with product owners and stakeholders to define user stories, prioritize tasks, and ensure the team delivers incremental value in each sprint.
• Monitor team performance and sprint progress, ensuring transparency and continuous improvement.
• Support the team in managing their backlog, ensuring it is refined and ready for each sprint cycle.
• Coach the team on Agile best practices and foster a culture of self-organization and accountability