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# Agile Scrum Lead & Backlog Analyst

- **Company:** Vg Systems, Llc
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, Scrum Methodology
- **Published:** September 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_892454191

## About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Lead & Backlog Analyst to guide high-performing delivery teams, maintain a healthy backlog, and ensure smooth sprint execution. This role combines hands-on Scrum leadership with disciplined backlog management and strong analytical skills. It is primarily remote (about 85%), with occasional onsite work 2-4 times per month in Washington, DC., * Proven experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Lead, or Backlog Analyst.

 * Strong working knowledge of Azure DevOps and Agile delivery frameworks.
 * Excellent facilitation, communication, and requirements-analysis skills.
 * Ability to maintain backlog discipline and drive predictable, high-quality delivery.

If you thrive in collaborative, fast-paced Agile environments and enjoy turning complexity into clarity, we'd like to hear from you.

## Description

* Lead core Scrum ceremonies: sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, feature refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
 * Perform daily backlog health checks; manage grooming and prioritization with Product Owners and stakeholders.
 * Capture and translate business and technical needs into clear epics, features, and user stories.
 * Configure and maintain Azure DevOps boards, sprints, iterations, dashboards, queries, analytics, and delivery plans.
 * Facilitate workshops and cross-team forums to define requirements and align priorities.
 * Manage team calendars, collaboration cadence, and communications via Microsoft Teams.
 * Maintain all position-based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and update them as needed or requested.


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