Scrum Master

Location: Seattle WA, 98203

Duration: 6 months (can extend)

ITAR REQUIRMENT

100% on-site

Role: Scrum Master

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

· Strong knowledge of Scrum framework, Agile principles, and servant-leadership practices.

· Experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies: Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives.

· Ability to remove impediments and improve team productivity and collaboration.

· Experience working with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or Rally.

· Strong communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills.

· Understanding of Agile metrics (velocity, burndown, cycle time) and reporting.

· Certification preferred: CSM, PSM, or equivalent.

Roles & Responsibilities

· Guide and coach teams on Scrum practices to ensure effective delivery of business goals.

· Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies and ensure the team adheres to Agile values and principles.

· Work with the Product Owner to help maintain a clear and prioritized product backlog.

· Identify and remove impediments to ensure smooth and uninterrupted team progress.

· Shield the team from external interruptions and distractions.

· Track and report Agile metrics to stakeholders and drive continuous improvement.

· Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and ownership within the team.

· Support team members in adopting Agile mindsets and self-organizing behaviors.

· Coordinate with cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

· Promote continuous improvement through retrospectives and coaching.