Scrum Master
at Mariner Innovations

WHO WE ARE:

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact - elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers. 

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies. 

Mariner's purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are: 
 

OUR VALUES 

• We care for our team. 
• We care about the impact we have on our community. 
• We serve by solving complex problems. 
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities. 
• We innovate always and everywhere. 
• We build a business that lasts.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

We are looking for a delivery-focused Scrum Master to support Agile teams within a complex, multi-team transformation program. In this role, you will help teams stay aligned, remove blockers, facilitate Agile ceremonies, and support the successful delivery of projects in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, backlog refinement, and reviews
• Support Agile delivery across multiple teams, workstreams, within a complex transformation program
• Partner with Product Owners, delivery leads, and stakeholders to ensure priorities, dependencies, and timelines are aligned
• Remove blockers and impediments that impact team productivity and delivery momentum
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, accountability, and Agile best practices
• Coordinate cross-team activities and help manage dependencies across technical and business teams
• Track sprint progress, team performance, risks, and delivery metrics using Agile management tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira
• Support governance, reporting, and escalation processes in hybrid Agile delivery environments
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment
• Help teams adapt and improve Agile processes to meet evolving project and organizational needs
• Promote effective backlog management and sprint planning practices
• Support delivery planning and execution within enterprise or public-sector environments

WHAT SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL NEED TO DO THE JOB

• Proven experience supporting Agile delivery across multiple teams or complex enterprise transformation programs
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills with the ability to lead Agile ceremonies, manage stakeholders, and support escalation processes
• Demonstrated ability to remove blockers, drive continuous improvement, and help teams deliver effectively in fast-paced environments
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, business analysts, and data teams
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working within hybrid Agile delivery environments with governance and reporting requirements
• Hands-on experience using Agile delivery tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira for backlog, sprint, and workflow management
• Experience in healthcare, public sector, data, integration, or interoperability-focused projects are considered strong assets
• Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM) are considered assets.

...AND YOU ARE...  

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do    
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges  
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader   
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision  
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable  
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members  
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations  
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively  
• Energized by our company values!    

MARINER OFFERS YOU:

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter.
• Flexible work location 
• Support for remote work/work from home.
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days.
• Unlimited training 

WHY MARINER?  

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.  

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!  
 

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.  
 

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.  

Join our growing team!