Cleared Scrum Master

Bestgate Engineering • Annapolis Junction, MD

2d • $150,000 - $230,000

About The Position

Join Bestgate Engineering, where we deliver cutting-edge solutions for national security and enterprise innovation. At Bestgate, we’re driven by excellence, teamwork, and a commitment to empowering our people.
Bestgate is seeking a Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. The ideal candidate will have experience guiding technical teams, fostering collaboration, and driving Agile processes to deliver value effectively.

Requirements

• Experience as a Scrum Master for software development or technical teams.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or similar Agile certification.
• Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira, VersionOne, Rally, or IBM RTC.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment across diverse systems and groups.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and 8+ years of relevant work experience or a High School Degree and 4 years of additional work experience
• TS/SCI w/Poly

Nice To Haves

• Background in large software systems, including hardware integration and testing.
• Hands-on experience using SAFe as the Agile development methodology.
• Knowledge of test automation, test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous deployment.
• Experience applying Kanban for workflow optimization.
• Proven ability to influence organizational change towards Agile adoption.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating Agile ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives, and Program Increment (PI) Planning.
• Leading cross-functional Agile teams, promoting collaboration and removing impediments.
• Coaching teams in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Scrumban, or Kanban, ensuring adherence to processes.
• Collaborating with Product Owners to prioritize features and develop user stories meeting acceptance criteria.
• Maintaining and sharing team metrics, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Promoting a high-performing, collaborative team environment and encouraging innovative problem-solving.

Benefits

• PTO: Starting at 26 days with options to increase or descrease for personal needs.
• 401k: 7% gift, fully vested from day one!
• Free Medical, Dental, Vision: Coverage for employees and dependents.
• $5,000 in Training: For certifications, conferences, and continued learning.
• End-of-Year Bonuses: Recognizing your hard work.
• Morale-Building Hours: 8 hours annually for team-building activities.
• Plus, flexibility, internal mobility programs, career pathing, engaged leadership, and a robust external referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level