Scrum Master

UKTV

. Work across three squads: Roku, iOS, and Android/mobile for the U VoD app .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Scrum and Agile methodologies, facilitating self-organising teams and promoting accountability while fostering a safe environment for experimentation. Proficient in managing cross-team dependencies and utilizing Agile metrics to drive decision-making and improve collaboration.

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Scrum Master ExperienceAgile MethodologiesStakeholder ManagementJira ProficiencyVelocity And Burndown Metrics

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Hard Skills

ScrumAgile PrinciplesBacklog RefinementSoftware Development Life CycleVersion ControlCI And CDAgile MetricsRisk ManagementCoaching TechniquesConflict Resolution

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStrong FacilitationAnalytical ThinkingOrganisedProactive

Tools & Technologies

JiraMiroPlanning PokerRetro Boards

Industry Keywords

Digital ProductsDirect-To-ConsumerData PrivacyGDPRAgile Manifesto

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidiOSRokuSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work across three squads: Roku, iOS, and Android/mobile for the U VoD app
Deliver major changes and key updates to the U product within agreed sprints
Work with Product Owners to maintain and prioritise product backlogs
Link development teams with external stakeholders and communicate project status, risks, and dependencies
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Shield development teams from external disruptions
Facilitate self-organising teams and empower ownership of squad deliverables
Manage cross-team dependencies and coordinate larger cross-department projects
Remove impediments and blockers to ensure sprint-goal delivery
Improve collaboration, transparency, and adoption of Agile processes
Promote and coach Agile values, principles, and practices across the squads and wider business
Track and report sprint progress using velocity, burndown, and cycle-time metrics
Encourage a test-and-learn mentality
Promote learning and facilitate workshops
Build an environment of trust and transparent communication

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstratable experience as a scrum master in digital, working on a direct-to-consumer product
Deep understanding of Scrum and Agile principles
Proven experience working across a mobile product (iOS/tvOS/Android) and/or Roku and understanding of end-to-end delivery
Experience working with contract developers who work remotely on varying days
Experience promoting accountability while fostering a safe environment for experimentation and learning
Excellent communication and stakeholder management experience
Strong facilitation, coaching, and conflict-resolution experience
Experience using velocity and burndown charts to drive decision making
Significant and demonstrable understanding of the Scrum Guide, principles, and events
Understanding of the Agile Manifesto, values, and principles
Knowledge of Agile methodologies, especially Scrum and Kanban
Proven knowledge of the software development life cycle
Technical understanding of version control, branching strategies, CI and CD
Understanding of backlog refinement and prioritisation, e.g. WSJF/MoSCoW
Basic knowledge of data privacy, e.g. GDPR, and software security
Knowledge of Agile metrics, including velocity, burndown charts, and cumulative flow diagrams
Knowledge of risk management and strategies to minimise impact on squad performance
Knowledge of techniques for building trust and psychological safety
Coaching techniques for self-organisation and continuous improvement
Proficiency and proven experience using Jira, Miro, planning poker tools, and retro boards
Strong relationship management and analytical thinking skills
Organised and proactive
Strong commitment to continuous learning and personal development