Scrum Master
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Job description
We are seeking a Scrum Master to support a major U.S. Air Force digital engineering engagement. You will be responsible for implementing best practices across teams operating in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. You will work closely with Team Leads, Stakeholders, and Agile leadership to reinforce established structure, maintain team meeting cadence, and drive continuous improvement. This position operates within a highly collaborative, multi-team environment where coordination, transparency, and adaptability are essential. Your ability to facilitate Agile ceremonies, manage team workflows, and support cross-team alignment will directly impact lasting cultural change, indirectly supporting national defense priorities. You will serve as a key connector facilitating communication, resolving blockers, and ensuring alignment in both in-person and distributed environments., * Independently lead Agile ceremonies including Sprint or Kanban Planning, Backlog Refinement, Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint Reviews or demos, and Retrospectives, ensuring active team participation and effective outcomes
- Partner closely with Agile Leads and team members to define acceptance criteria and align on Definition of Done
- Collaborate with Agile Architects and Coaches to support broader Agile transformation and enterprise-level Agile activities
- Maintain and enhance Confluence spaces based on feedback from Agile Coaches
- Support development of Agile training materials, presentations, and team enablement resources
- Coordinate meetings, ensure timely and professional communication, and maintain strong engagement in both in-person and virtual environments (MS Teams, chat, email)
- Contribute to Agile product demonstrations and team working sessions as needed
- Role-model Agile best practices and help reinforce standards, consistency, and accountability
Requirements
Do you have experience in Stakeholder management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience serving as a Scrum Master or supporting Agile teams
- US citizen with a minimum of an active DOD Secret clearance. Top-Secret preferred
- Active Scrum Master certification (e.g., CSM, SAFe Scrum Master, or Disciplined Agile Scrum Master)
- Hands-on experience working within Scrum or Kanban environments, including configuring and managing Jira boards, creating user stories and epics, and supporting sprint execution
- Practical experience with Jira, including writing JQL filters, building Kanban/Scrum boards, and supporting team-level Agile workflows
- Familiarity with SAFe framework methodologies and ceremonies
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 tools
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to operate both independently and within a team environment
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts for non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to support a hybrid work environment with reliable connectivity for remote collaboration
- Prior military experience or work with the Department of War (DOW) is a plus
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays, Compensation will be determined in partnership with the Hiring Manager and may vary based on factors such as contract and labor category alignment, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications or licenses, and geographic location.
Sabel Systems is committed to offering all employees a competitive benefits and compensation package that is comprehensive enough to meet their goals and needs. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and one of Sabel Systems largest financial investments is our benefits program. As a valued member of the organization, employees are provided with a host of benefits to include healthcare; financial assistance in the event of illness, injury, disability, loss of work, or death; health savings accounts; retirement plans; paid time off; paid holidays; education and training program reimbursement, to name a few.