Scrum Master

i360technologies • Leesburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for a professional and organized Scrum Master to join our team in Leesburg, United States. In this role, you will serve as a catalyst for agile transformation, facilitating collaboration and driving continuous improvement across development teams. You will be responsible for coaching teams on Scrum practices, removing impediments, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. The ideal candidate will be a supportive leader who empowers teams to deliver high-quality products while maintaining alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile coaching role for a minimum of 3 years
• Deep knowledge of Scrum framework, Agile methodologies, and best practices
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills with the ability to guide teams through complex challenges
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels
• Proficiency in sprint planning, backlog management, and release planning
• Experience with conflict resolution and impediment removal in team environments
• Demonstrated ability to analyze team performance metrics and drive continuous improvement
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
• Experience with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) or other scaling methodologies
• Experience working in software development or technology-driven environments
• Familiarity with Kanban or Lean principles
• Experience mentoring and developing high-performing teams
• Background in process improvement and organizational change management

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure effective team communication and continuous process improvement
• Coach team members and stakeholders on Agile and Scrum methodologies, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared ownership
• Identify, escalate, and help resolve impediments and blockers that hinder team productivity and sprint progress
• Manage and prioritize product backlogs in collaboration with product owners, ensuring clarity and alignment with business objectives
• Monitor sprint metrics and team performance, providing data-driven insights and recommendations for optimization
• Facilitate communication between development teams, product owners, and other stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment
• Support team members in their professional development through coaching, mentoring, and skill-building initiatives
• Customize and adapt Agile processes to fit organizational needs while maintaining core Scrum principles
• Conduct retrospectives and implement actionable improvements based on team feedback and performance data
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of sprint activities, metrics, and team progress for reporting and analysis

Benefits

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed