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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Required Qualifications
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.
RCT Systems offers:
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.