Scrum Master

Scrum Master (Medical Devices Software Development)

Location: Central Switzerland (Rotkreuz area)

Start Date: November 2026

Duration: 12 months, with strong likelihood of extension

Workload: 50-80% (up to 100% depending on additional software development activities)

Remote: 1-2 days on-site per week required A global leader in the healthcare and diagnostics industry is looking for an experienced Scrum Master to support a software development team working on next-generation PCR diagnostic instruments.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of Agile coaching, embedded software development, and medical technology. The team develops C++ real-time control software that drives complex mechatronic, thermal, fluidic, and optical systems used in diagnostic devices.

Responsibilities

• Act as Scrum Master and Agile coach for a software development team within a SAFe Agile Release Train
• Facilitate ceremonies, remove impediments, and increase team transparency
• Foster servant leadership, collaboration, conflict resolution, and continuous improvement
• Support planning, estimation, and delivery of high-impact development activities
• Drive the adoption of modern AI-supported development practices across coding, testing, and troubleshooting
• Ensure compliance with development processes and contribute to process improvements
• Support teams working in a highly regulated product development environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting software development teams
• Scrum certification (CSM, PSM I or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, servant leadership, and facilitation techniques
• Experience with Git/GitHub and modern software development workflows
• Basic understanding of C++ software development
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills
• Experience working within structured or regulated development environments
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Fluent English

Nice to Have

• Experience with medical devices, automotive, aerospace, or industrial safety environments
• Knowledge of IEC 62304, ISO 13485, or IVDR
• Exposure to event-driven architectures, RabbitMQ, or Domain-Driven Design
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Previous exposure to embedded, hardware-near, or real-time software systems
• German language skills

What Makes This Role Different?

This is not a typical web or cloud-native Scrum Master position. The team works closely with physical hardware, custom electronics, sensors, and real-time systems that directly impact patient diagnostics. Candidates who enjoy combining Agile leadership with technical curiosity in an engineering-driven environment will thrive in this role.