Scrum Master / Project Manager

Kforce • Juno Beach, FL

49d

About The Position

We're seeking a strong, decisive Scrum Master/Project Manager to drive the execution of a single, high-impact AI product from concept to delivery. You'll be the operational backbone of the product team - ensuring clarity, discipline, and speed in every sprint. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment, can communicate effectively across engineering and business functions, and isn't afraid to challenge, push, and lead to ensure success.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience as a Scrum Master, Project Manager, or Technical Program Manager
• Deep experience with Jira (boards, workflows, reporting, and sprint analytics)
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum principles and hands-on experience applying them in real-world product teams
• Exceptional organization, communication, and facilitation skills
• Confidence to manage personalities, priorities, and pressure - you can lead without authority
• Familiarity with technology, specifically application specific

Nice To Haves

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or similar certification
• Experience in technology or innovation-focused teams (e.g., software, AI, or analytics)
• Ability to bridge technical and business conversations with clarity and confidence

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery process for the AI product team - manage sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and sprint reviews
• Administer and optimize Jira - maintain boards, refine tickets, ensure accurate sprint tracking, and surface blockers before they become issues
• Translate product goals into action - help the team break down complex AI concepts into achievable milestones and deliverables
• Monitor sprint velocity and quality - use metrics to forecast timelines, identify bottlenecks, and drive accountability
• Ensure alignment between engineering, data science, and product owner
• Facilitate communication - ensure everyone from the Product Owner to developers understands priorities, dependencies, and progress
• Champion agile best practices and continuous improvement, while adapting frameworks to fit the realities of AI product development
• Keep the team focused and motivated - balancing urgency with sustainability

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees