Scrum Master Sr

Position : Scrum Master Sr

Duration : 12 Months

Location : Reston, VAPURPOSE :

Leads multiple cross-functional teams, or Agile Release train (ART) guiding them on how to use Agile, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Scrum, and Lean(e.g. Kanban) values / practices through servant leadership. Creates and nurtures a culture of continuous learning, growth mindset and agile maturity in teams / ART through agile practices, agile mindset, metrics, SAFe guidelines, removes blockers and partners with leadership. Exhibits and permeates the behaviors of a Lean-Agile Leader with a Lean-Agile Mindset.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Level : Bachelor's Degree

Education Details : Business Administration or related field

Experience : 8 years or equivalent in the use of Lean, Agile methodologies including three plus years as Scrum Master or Kanban lead. Proven success leading multiple Agile teams to agile maturity and improved customer outcomes.

In Lieu of Education

In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Scrum Master on a SAFe Agile Release train

Leading Change and continuous improvement, working with a cross functional team by applying lean agile methods

Experience doing value stream mapping, system level optimizations etc. applying Theory of Constraints and other Lean techniques

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of Lean Agile values, principles and practices , Advanced

Knowledge of Lean agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, Expert

Knowledge of Scaling frameworks like SAFe, Advanced

Demonstrate strong and clear accountability for program success , Expert

Knowledge of Product Ownership, DevOps, Test Automation practices etc, Advanced

Excellent communication skills written and oral, Advanced

Self starter with ability to prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines, Expert

Ability to organize data and create metrics / reports / dashboards, Expert

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and industry standard Agile tools., Advanced

Ability to drive change at different levels, manage conflicts constructively., Advanced

Licenses / Certifications

SAFe Scrum Master Certification Required

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Required

Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer Pref

Certified Scrum Professional Pref