Scrum Master

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 



We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride?

We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset - are you the one? 

 

Wärtsilä Marine Power Solutions RDE, Automation & Controls is specifically looking for a Scrum Master for two cross-functional teams working in our Agile Release Train. In Automation & Controls, we develop and maintain embedded engine control systems for all Wärtsilä engines. Our scrum masters organize the daily work in development teams and coach the teams in relentless improvement.

Position information:

The preferred location for this position is Vaasa, Finland. Also, Turku, Finland could be considered finding the right candidate. We offer the possibility of partial remote work combined with weekly teamwork in Vaasa or Turku.

 

Your role and responsibilities:

 

Our current scrum masters often find it rewarding to coach people and see them grow. A big share of the work is to analyse our current ways of working and propose improvements. Implementing these improvements together with the team gives scrum masters an opportunity to see the results quickly.

Your typical day will include:

• Preparation for both team activities and larger events spanning the bigger organization
• Facilitation of team events like dailies, planning events, reviews and retrospectives
• Facilitation of communication channels between developers, other teams, stakeholders, etc
• Research and promotion of agile best practices for application in daily work
• Identification of improvement opportunities in your team and in our development flow
• Lead improvement initiatives
• Working together with scrum masters and agile leaders throughout Wärtsilä to improve our company's overall performance
• Close communication with stakeholders regarding ongoing, upcoming and past development initiatives

 

Requirements for the position: 

• Certified Scrum Master, Agile Coach or Agile methodology trainer
• At least three years experience as Scrum Master, Team Coach
• Master's or bachelor's degree from an applicable area

 

Qualifications/to be able to succeed in the position we expect you to have: 

 

• Good communication and presentation skills for different kinds of audiences
• Extensive facilitation skills
• Curiosity to learn new things and continuously improve way of working
• Product Owner experience or knowledge in agile development practises or DevOps. Especially continuous integration, automated testing and continuous delivery experiences are beneficial

 

Why you and us? 

 

You are valued - as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community. 

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. Wärtsilian community has your back when it comes to development opportunities - so you can develop beyond your potential. 

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. 

 

Contact & next steps:

 

Please submit your application before the application deadline 6th of October 2024 through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

 

In case of any questions regarding the position, reach out to: 

Fredrik Lasén, 

Agile Coach, 

[email protected] (preferred)

Telephone: +358 50 383 0002

Last application date: 06/10/2024 

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

All new Wärtsilä employees in Finland will attend occupational health checks, including drug tests/screenings. When a person is located outside of Finland, the country's legislation is followed

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com.