We are Hiring for Scrum Master

Client: Gulf International Bank
Job Title: Scrum Master
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Department: Technology
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Head of Delivery

Job Summary
GIB based in Riyadh, KSA, is seeking a Scrum Master with strong hands-on Agile delivery experience—preferably within the brokerage, investment, or capital markets sectors. This is a full-time onsite role requiring immediate availability. The ideal candidate will possess practical expertise in coaching Agile teams, leading Scrum or Spotify Agile frameworks, and managing projects using Jira and Confluence.

Key Responsibilities
Facilitate core Agile ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
Guide Agile squads in adopting and practicing Agile values, principles, and delivery frameworks.
Cultivate a collaborative, transparent, and high-performing team environment.
Serve as a servant leader and coach for Agile squads within a regulated financial context.
Identify and address delivery impediments and support cross-functional team collaboration.
Oversee effective use of Jira and Confluence for backlog management, documentation, and reporting.
Assist in scaling Agile delivery and structuring teams according to the Spotify model (tribes, chapters, squads).
Coordinate with PMO and Delivery Leadership to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation within Agile teams.

Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach.
Proven Agile delivery experience within brokerage, investment, or capital markets (experience in KSA preferred).
Proficient with Jira and Confluence.
Available to start immediately and work onsite in Riyadh.
Understanding of regulatory standards, particularly CMA (Capital Market Authority), is a strong plus.
Relevant certifications such as CSM, PSM, or SAFe Scrum Master are preferred.
Domain expertise in brokerage or capital markets is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills
Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Familiarity with Agile team structures and scaling frameworks (Spotify model knowledge is an advantage).
Strong leadership and team-building capabilities with the ability to influence without authority.
Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is a plus.

To Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the criteria and are available to work onsite in Riyadh immediately are encouraged to apply with their updated CV.

Please share your CV at kushi.n@asitekinfo.com