Job Description

Who needs insurance? Everybody. That keeps us busy. Very busy. At the Intact Lab, we use machine learning, data science, software engineering, AI, agility, UX and design thinking to transform the customer experience for millions of Canadians.

Join our team and get ready to explore, take risks, make mistakes, and learn all day, every day. We\xe2\x80\x99ll support your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It\xe2\x80\x99s our employee promise.

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Ready to make your mark?

About the role

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a Senior Scrum Master to join our growing team!

Our Data Lab is one of the largest in the country, and data engineering is one of its main pillars. Our ambitions are great and we want you to be part of them. Will you be with us? Here\'s a preview.

On a daily basis, we mainly use cloud technologies. AWS, Databricks, Snowflakes and Informatica-IICS among others. Terraform is our go to tool, Python is our favorite language, and we can\xe2\x80\x99t live without Jenkins! We are responsible for ingesting data from several different sources, but also for sometimes complex transformation of it, in order to serve our scientists with quality data, ready for machine learning and consumption.

In your mission, you will be supported by an agile team including DevOps Engineers, data engineering developers, business systems analysts, AI architects and data architects. We use Scrum as an organizational methodology, helped by our Product Owner (PO) and our Scrum Masters. You will be a key part of our DevOps team since one of our primary goals is to deliver high quality data to our teams of data scientists.

As a Scrum Master, you play a crucial role in facilitating, shaping and reshaping the Agile process to keep the teams engaged and performant.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do here:

• Act as Scrum Master for multiple teams.
• Guide the team and organization on how to use the best Agile practices and shape the process to serve the team.
• Form and chaperon teams to the next level of performance and maturity.
• Remove impediments or guide the team to remove impediments by connecting them with the right people in the right places.
• Build a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear of blame, retribution, or being judged, with an emphasis on healing and problem-solving.
• Assist with internal and external communication, improving transparency, and radiating information.
• Support and educate the Product Owner, especially on grooming and maintaining the product backlog.
• Lead by example.
• Collaborate with other Scrum Masters.
• Be part of the communities of practice for Scrum Masters.
• Work closely and manage follow ups with various collaborators: Developers, Data Scientists, Data governance, Security, Product Owners and Architecture.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor\'s degree in a related field, or any combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum 4 to 5 years of relevant experience leading initiatives within IT.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and demonstrate ability to apply it on daily basis.
• Experience with Scrum and Kanban as a team member or other capacity.
• Ability and experience leading small to mid sized squads preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to promote collaborative team environments and work well with cross-functional groups.
• A Scrum Master certification (PSM OR CSM) would be preferred.
• Experience and knowledge in the insurance field.
• Experience and knowledge of AWS, Data Engineering, AI Engineering is a plus.
• Mastery of JIRA, Confluence.

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What we offer

Working here means you\'ll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team:

A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We\xe2\x80\x99ll work with you to meet your needs.

, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Contact People.

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