Scrum Master

TEKsystems • El Segundo, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

TEKsystems is seeking a motivated Scrum Master to support Agile practices for their customer located in El Segundo, California. This hybrid role requires the Scrum Master to be onsite 2-3 days per week and work remotely 2-3 days per week from their home in the Los Angeles/El Segundo area. The Scrum Master will lead various Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint Reviews, Backlog Refinement, and Retrospectives. They will also assist the Agile Transformation Architect and Agile Coach with enterprise-level Agile activities. The ideal candidate has experience with Agile methodologies, a strong willingness to learn more, and proficiency in Jira and Confluence for project administration. Responsibilities include configuring Jira boards, creating issues, managing sprints, creating Jira Plans, and writing JQL filters. The role requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively via MS Teams and in person.

Requirements

• MUST HAVE A SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE.
• US Citizen
• Strong spoken and written English skills
• Bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years of Scrum Master experience
• Active Scrum Master Certification, such as Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Scrum Master, or Disciplined Agile Scrum Master
• Proficient MS Office 365 User
• Familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies and ceremonies
• Experience working on a Scrum or Kanban team and implementing Agile methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to telework with clear phone and internet connectivity
• Obtain a minimum of Interim Secret clearance prior to start with ability to upgrade to TS
• Must work onsite 2-3 days per week in El Segundo, California
• Strong Project Admin experience with Jira and Confluence is required.
• Comfortable configuring new Jira Scrum and Kanban boards, creating Jira issues, closing out Sprints, creating Jira Plans, and writing JQL filters.

Nice To Haves

• Prior military experience or work with the Department of Defense is a plus

Responsibilities

• Independently lead Agile ceremonies and practices within Scrum or Kanban teams
• Configure Jira Scrum and Kanban boards, create and manage Jira issues for the team, and create/close Sprints
• Establish and lead Agile ceremonies and cadence, including Daily Stand Ups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives, Sprint Reviews, etc.
• Participate in Enterprise-level Agile events and learn how to help facilitate them
• Learn to facilitate Agile workshops to evaluate value delivery and team structure
• Lead by example and drive cultural change through embodying an Agile mindset, while establishing and helping to enforce Business Rules and Best Practices
• Learn how to configure Jira and Confluence to ensure visibility of the backlog and product roadmap
• Learn how to train team members on the Sabel approach to Agile and Jira/Confluence standards and best practices, eventually leading internal and/or external Agile and Jira/Confluence training sessions
• Manage Confluence spaces, updating the Agile Knowledge Management System with new documentation, including processes, practices, and lessons learned
• Lead or participate in Scrum of Scrums, discussing and deconflicting cross-team dependencies
• Assist Product Owner with defining Acceptance Criteria and Definition of Done
• Assist team with Sprint and/or PI Objectives
• Facilitate team collaboration sessions, as needed
• Create, or assist with creating, Agile presentations and how-to guides, proofreading for correctness and ensuring proper spelling, grammar, and punctuation prior to release to customer
• Conduct remote and/or in-person Agile product demonstrations, as required
• Collaborate directly with teams in person and over MS Teams calls, chat or email to understand any concerns and gather feedback or requirements
• Coordinate appropriate meeting times with teammates, send a MS Teams invite, and join calls on-time, scheduling and attending follow-up meetings as needed
• Maintain professional communications and appearance with customers and team members, responding to emails and participating in MS Teams calls and onsite events appropriately
• Attend daily stand-ups (DSUs), Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives, and any other team meetings on time
• Manage individual daily work tasks within a Jira board

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

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