Senior Scrum Master

Senior Scrum Master

About Quin Design;

Quin is a pioneer in Smart Helmet Technology, revolutionizing rider safety with cutting-edge smart technology. Our mission is to provide riders with modern safety essentials that offer superior holistic protection. At the heart of our innovation are proprietary chipsets with integrated sensor technology and mobile apps that record every detail of rides, capturing critical crash data that saves lives while providing deep insights into riding patterns. We are not just creating helmets; we are redefining what it means to ride safely in the modern world.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Scrum Master to lead multiple Agile teams in delivering high-quality products across our portfolio. This role will involve working with cross-functional teams, including mobile (iOS/Android), web, firmware, hardware, and machine learning teams, to ensure effective collaboration and successful project delivery. The Senior Scrum Master will play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, empowering teams, and driving Agile excellence.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Promote and embed Agile principles within the cross-functional teams to ensure smooth sprint execution and timely delivery of features.
• Mentor and coach teams on Agile best practices, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by leading retrospectives and implementing actionable feedback.
• Facilitate cross-team collaboration to ensure alignment across all teams  involved in product lifecycle or client projects.

• Actively promote team autonomy by empowering team members to make decisions and encouraging ownership in product delivery.
• Ensure team members have the tools, training, and support they need to succeed.
• Be accountable for the growth and development of team members by ensuring lessons learned are applied to improve both product quality and process efficiency.

• Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team's progress.
• Shield teams from external distractions to maintain focus on sprint goals.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and stakeholders to resolve conflicts or dependencies.

• Work closely with Product Managers to refine and prioritize the product backlog based on business objectives.
• Collaborate with team leads to align technical design strategies with product vision.
• Ensure requirements are well-defined for upcoming sprints through active collaboration with stakeholders.

• Manage project schedules, timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Track team performance metrics such as velocity, burn-down charts, cycle time, etc., to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure all deliverables meet functional and technical requirements through end-to-end testing.

• Define KPIs to measure product success (e.g., user engagement metrics, crash detection accuracy) and guide future development.
• Leverage tools to collect data-driven insights for continuous product evolution.
• Use performance metrics to monitor team efficiency and optimize processes.

• Lead regular retrospectives to gather team feedback and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency.
• Drive initiatives that improve Agile maturity across teams while maintaining flexibility in execution.

• Maintain clear documentation of Scrum processes, project statuses, team performance metrics, and lessons learned.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and leadership on project progress, risks, challenges, and mitigation plans.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner), or SAFe Scrum Master certification preferred.

• 6+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach in software development environments.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects across diverse technical teams.
• Experience working in organizations developing products is highly desirable.

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) with hands-on experience implementing them in cross-functional environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts to technical/non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools like Jira/Trello/Confluence.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for software delivery processes.
• Strong analytical skills with experience tracking KPIs like velocity or cycle time.

• Advanced certifications such as Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC).
• Familiarity with user-centered design processes or UX/UI collaboration workflows.
• Experience integrating hardware and software testing protocols into Agile workflows.

Why Join Quin;

At Quin, you will be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a real difference in riders' lives. We offer a dynamic work environment where your ideas can directly impact product development and rider safety. You will have the opportunity to work on ground-breaking technology, collaborate with passionate experts, and contribute to shaping the future of rider safety. Join us in our mission to make riding smarter, safer, and more enjoyable.

If you are excited about leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance road safety and rider experience, Quin is the perfect place for you to accelerate your career. We are not just employees, we are innovators, riders, and guardians of the road. Come be part of a company that is redefining what it means to ride safely in the modern world.