Job Title: Senior ScrumMaster
Location: Portsmouth (BroadOak) or Frimley, Bristol (Filton), Dorchester, New Malden hybrid –1 day on site depending on business needs. We offer a range ofhybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to yourrecruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: Circa £68,500depending on skills and experience
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger.As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bringyour unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress andprotect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part indelivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace andsecurity solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all ofus.
From the depths of the ocean, to the farreaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systemscould take you.
What you’ll bedoing:
You will play a key rolein the agile delivery of Navy software solutions, ensuringalignment with the Product Owner‘s vision while championingScrum and DevSecOps best practices. Working closely with softwareengineers and stakeholders, you will facilitate Agile delivery,remove obstacles, leadand coach teams, and drive continuous improvement, helping todeliver high-quality, reliable software for next-generation RoyalNavy systems..
Coreduties:
- Championingutilisation of the Agile/DevSecOps approach for the creation of newand modified code/test modules as part of a wider productsolution
- Lead and facilitate theeffective operation of the Scrum team.
- Drive acontinuous learning and feedback process in relation to theDevSecOps approach
- Direct line management responsibilities andcoaching team members, Product Owners, and stakeholders in Agilepractices, fostering self-organisation andaccountability
Essential skills:
- Significant experience operating as a ScrumMaster within Agiledelivery environments.
- Proven ability to facilitateworkshops and drive consensus amongst diversestakeholders.
- Experience coaching teams andleaders in Agile waysof working.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional ScrumMaster (PSM), orequivalent Agile certification is preferred
- Academic qualification in a STEM related subject, andability/willingness to become a Chartered Engineer through anappropriate recognised professional institution
TheTeam:
Join a collaborative andsupportive team environment that embraces hybrid and cross-siteworking, bringing together diverse skills and expertise to develop newtechnologies and innovative ways of working. The team plays a keyrole in delivering cutting-edge solutions across arange of exciting projects.
As part of the team,you’ll contribute to the continued advancement of Royal Navysystems, working on highly visible and mission-critical software.The solutions developed are designed for deployment within complex Naval Ship environments,providing the opportunity to work on technology that has a directimpact on operational capability and future maritime defenceprogrammes.
Why BAESystems?
Here you’ll build acareer with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelonglearning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can growyour career with confidence and be empowered tobe your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoyrewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family,support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as abalanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways ofworking and with a strong sense of shared purpose,our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proudof the difference you make.
Aplace where everyone can thrive:
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace whereeveryone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity ofbackgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams andis vital to the work we do.
Please be aware thatmany roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and exportcontrol restrictions.These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, anynationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birthcan restrict the rolesyou are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieveBaseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also requirehigher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vettinglevel required for therole, to allow for meaningful security vettingchecks.
ClosingDate:29th September2026, interviews for this role will take place w/c12thOctober
We reserve the right to close thisvacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you areinterested, please submit your application as early aspossible.
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