Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Chief Scrum Master to lead and scale agile transformation initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can drive change while maintaining hands-on expertise in agile methodologies and team facilitation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Lead agile transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Establish and maintain agile governance frameworks and best practices
- Coach and mentor Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and development teams
- Drive change toward agile principles and practices
- Collaborate with leadership to align agile initiatives with business objectives
Operational Excellence
Oversee multiple scrum teams and ensure adherence to agile principles and practicesFacilitate large-scale ceremonies including program increment planning and retrospectivesIdentify and remove impediments that affect team performanceImplement metrics and reporting systems to track team velocity, quality, and deliveryCoordinate cross-team dependencies and integration activitiesTeam Development
Provide coaching and professional development opportunities for Scrum MastersEstablish communities of practice and knowledge sharing initiativesDesign and deliver agile training programs for various levelsSupport teams in adopting new agile practices and toolsFoster a culture of continuous learning and improvementStakeholder Management
Serve as primary liaison between development teams and leadershipCommunicate progress, risks, and opportunities to stakeholdersFacilitate alignment between business priorities and development capacitySupport product management in backlog prioritization and release planningRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field10+ years of experience in agile methodologies and team leadershipTS / SCI ClearanceMinimum 5 years in Scrum Master role with demonstrated progression to senior positionsExperience leading agile transformations in large, complex organizationsPreferred Qualifications
Master's degree in related fieldCertified Scrum Professional (CSP) or equivalent advanced agile certificationSAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or similar scaling framework certificationExperience in government contracting or regulated industriesBackground in software development or technical project managementSalary range for the position is $185,000 - $210,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical / dental / vision benefits and 401k contribution.
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