Scrum Master

Summary

Join MetroStar as a Scrum Master and facilitate agile processes for one or more agile teams. You will ensure adherence to the Scrum framework, collaborate with stakeholders, and coach team members on agile principles. Responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies, managing the product backlog, removing impediments, and monitoring team progress. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of agile methodologies, strong leadership skills, and experience in a federal government environment. A Top-Secret clearance, relevant certifications, and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience are required. MetroStar offers a generous benefits package, professional growth opportunities, and a commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Active Top-Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
• 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or in an agile leadership role
• Experience working in a federal government environment, with a preference for prior work with the Department of State or similar agencies
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, specifically Scrum, Kanban, and Lean practices
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remove roadblocks that may impede the team’s success
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Act as Scrum Master for one or more agile teams, ensuring the Scrum process is followed and facilitating all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospective)
• Work closely with Product Owners and Development Teams to ensure clear communication of product backlog priorities and user stories
• Coach team members on agile principles, ensuring continuous improvement in both the team’s performance and the product’s quality
• Remove obstacles or impediments that may hinder the team’s progress and foster a collaborative team environment
• Maintain and monitor the team's progress using agile metrics (velocity, burndown charts, etc.) and provide reports to stakeholders
• Ensure that the team adheres to agile best practices and proactively identify areas for process improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions on time and within scope
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, including facilitating retrospectives and applying feedback to enhance team processes and performance
• Support the Product Owner in managing the product backlog and ensuring that user stories are well-defined, prioritized, and ready for development

Benefits

• Generous benefits package
• Professional growth
• Valuable time to recharge