Scrum Master

Upward Talent

McLean, VA, United States

8 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

8 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.dice.com

Tech stack

Agile Methodology JIRA Microsoft Azure Data Validation NoSQL Scrum Methodology Standard Sql

Job description

Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives) and coach teams on Agile principles, SAFe practices, Kanban, and continuous improvement methodologies
Remove impediments, manage risks proactively, and ensure smooth sprint execution while building strong relationships with clients, business stakeholders, and technical teams
Plan, execute, monitor, and deliver projects using Agile, SAFe, Kanban, or Waterfall methodologies; develop project plans, timelines, resource allocations, and risk mitigation strategies
Manage stakeholder communications and provide regular project updates to leadership and clients; collaborate with business stakeholders to define product vision and priorities
Create, refine, and prioritize the product backlog; translate business requirements into clear user stories and acceptance criteria
Mentor Agile teams and promote accountability and high performance; demonstrate hands-on knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases to support requirement analysis and data validation
Apply expertise in Jira and Azure DevOps to manage project workflows, track team progress, and ensure visibility across initiatives

Requirements

Our client is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to lead agile transformation and drive delivery excellence across multiple teams and projects. This role offers hands-on opportunity to coach teams on Scrum, SAFe, and continuous improvement while managing complex stakeholder relationships and project execution., * 8-10 years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager with demonstrated expertise in Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, and Waterfall methodologies

Strong proficiency with Jira and Azure DevOps; working knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and lead through influence without direct authority
Solid understanding of risk management, team leadership, and organizational change management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate business requirements and communicate effectively at all levels
Experience with Product Owner responsibilities, backlog management, and user story development
Ability to work onsite and adapt to a fast-paced, collaborative environment