Scrum Master

RCT Systems
Chantilly, VA, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Agile Methodology JIRA Scrum Methodology Scaled Agile Framework Software Engineering Atlassian Tools

Job description

This position is focused on serving as a Scrum Master and servant leader for an Agile software development team supporting a federal government program. The primary responsibility is to help the team successfully deliver software using SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) practices by facilitating Agile ceremonies, removing obstacles, improving team performance, and driving continuous process improvement., Lead and facilitate Agile ceremonies, including: Daily Stand-Ups Sprint Planning Backlog Grooming/Refinement Sprint Reviews Retrospectives Program Increment (PI) Planning Remove impediments that slow team progress and shield the team from external disruptions. Coach the team on Agile and SAFe best practices. Partner with the Product Owner to maintain a healthy backlog and improve team velocity. Track and report project metrics, milestones, and deliverables. Identify opportunities for process improvements and workflow optimization. Foster strong team collaboration and positive team dynamics.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph Bachelor’s degree plus 8+ years of experience, or: Master’s degree plus 6+ years, or Additional experience may substitute for the degree requirement. Proven experience as a Scrum Master in an IT environment. Experience facilitating all major Scrum and SAFe ceremonies. Scrum certification such as: CSM PSM I PMI-ACP SAFe certification At least 1 year of SAFe experience. Experience with Agile project management tools, particularly JIRA. Experience supporting software development teams within the Federal Government environment.

Benefits & conditions

Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance) Immediate 401k vesting Generous PTO and flexible schedules $500.00 annual technology allowance RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

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