DEF CON is hiring a
Senior Scrum Master

Summary

The job is for a Senior Scrum Master at DEFCON AI, a modeling, simulation, and analysis company. The role involves facilitating Agile processes, mentoring team members, managing Jira boards, and promoting continuous improvement. Requirements include 5-7 years of experience as a Scrum Master, certification, leadership skills, communication skills, proficiency in Agile tools, and a technical background (preferred). Benefits include comprehensive health care, paid family leave, unlimited PTO, remote work, professional development opportunities, occasional travel, and optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a Scrum Master, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), or equivalent Agile certification required
• Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban
• At least 2 years of extensive experience in setting up, managing, and optimizing Jira boards and integrating with other Atlassian tools
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proficient in Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or equivalent project management software

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum Ceremonies
• Guide the Team
• Remove Impediments
• Stakeholder Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Backlog Management
• Metrics and Reporting
• Risk Management
• Team Development
• Jira and Atlassian Tools
• Agile Advocacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Agile Certifications: PMI-ACP, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or Agile Coach are highly desirable
• Experience with software development or IT operations, providing the ability to understand the technical challenges faced by the team

Benefits

• 100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family
• Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay
• Unlimited PTO, with management approval
• A fully remote, results-based work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning
• Occasional travel to our offices in Washington D.C or alternative locations to collaborate with your team in person
• Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available