Job title: Scrum Master
Location: Stockport, UK
Contract: Permanent
Scope
Akkodis has an opportunity for a Scrum Master to support the delivery of Agile software solutions within a complex engineering and technology environment. The Scrum Master will be responsible for embedding and sustaining Scrum practices across software development teams, enabling efficient, high-quality delivery aligned to programme objectives.
Role
The Software Scrum Master (SwSM) plays a critical role in enabling Agile software delivery. The role is responsible for facilitating Scrum practices, supporting development teams, and ensuring that Agile principles are effectively applied to deliver high-quality software in a complex, regulated engineering environment.
Responsibilities
* Facilitate Agile Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
* Coach and support the software development team in the application of Agile and Scrum principles, ensuring continuous improvement and effective team collaboration.
* Remove impediments and blockers to delivery, working proactively with stakeholders to resolve technical, organisational, or process-related issues.
* Support product backlog management in collaboration with the Product Owner, ensuring clarity, prioritisation, and readiness of user stories.
* Promote transparency and visibility of progress, risks, and dependencies through appropriate Agile metrics and reporting.
* Act as the primary interface between the Scrum team and programme stakeholders, ensuring alignment with programme objectives and delivery milestones.
* Encourage quality-focused delivery practices, including definition of done, continuous integration, and adherence to agreed engineering standards.
Required Experience
* Proven experience operating as a Scrum Master within Agile software development environments.
* Strong understanding of Scrum and Agile frameworks, with the ability to pragmatically apply them within complex programmes.
* Experience supporting multi-disciplinary engineering or software teams.
Required Skills
* Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to identify and resolve delivery risks and impediments effectively.
Required Education
* Scrum Master certification (e.g. PSM, CSM, SAFe) or equivalent Agile qualification.
* Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical or engineering discipline.
About us
Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis employs over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets.
With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.