ICA.ai-posted 3 months ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Arlington, VA

We are seeking a Technical Scrum Master who combines strong Agile facilitation skills with hands-on technical expertise in data science and software development. This role will lead Scrum ceremonies while actively contributing to technical analysis, solution design, and code quality initiatives. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between process management and technical execution, working closely with data scientists, developers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality AI/ML solutions. Your expertise will contribute to developing a working prototype or minimum viable product (MVP) designed to pilot various prioritized applications for the FDA. Utilizing an Agile development framework, you will help develop this initial prototype before scaling it into a fully productionized tool ready for enterprise-wide deployment.

  • Facilitate all Scrum duties: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint reviews
  • Guide teams on Agile/Scrum best practices and remove impediments to ensure smooth sprint execution
  • Track and report key Agile metrics
  • Coach team members on Agile methodologies and foster collaborative team culture
  • Perform technical analysis of user stories and requirements, translating business needs into actionable development tasks
  • Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure quality standards
  • Contribute to technical documentation and maintain code integrity across projects
  • Participate in solution design discussions and architectural decisions
  • Troubleshoot technical blockers and provide hands-on support when needed
  • Work closely with Team Leads to maintain and prioritize technical backlogs
  • Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and analysts to ensure technical feasibility of sprint commitments
  • Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Support multiple Scrum teams and coordinate dependencies between technical initiatives
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related technical field
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
  • 3+ years of Scrum Master experience in technical environments
  • 2+ years of hands-on technical experience in software development or data science
  • Strong understanding of data science methodologies, tools, and frameworks
  • Proficiency with Agile tools (Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps) and version control systems
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills with ability to explain technical concepts clearly
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • Experience with AI/ML project lifecycles and data science workflows
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and DevOps/CI/CD practices
  • Familiarity with programming languages commonly used in data science (Python, R, SQL)
  • Experience with technical documentation and code quality standards
  • Previous experience in hybrid technical-leadership roles
  • Understanding of data governance and technical compliance requirements
  • Health Insurance -100% employer-paid premiums – ICA covers the full cost of one of three offered medical plans
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health Spending Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life and Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays)
  • Education and Professional Development Assistance
  • Remote work from anywhere within the continental United States
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