Scrum Master
Listed on 2026-06-19
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IT/Tech
Scrum Master, IT Project Manager, Systems Analyst, IT Consultant
This position is focused on serving as a Scrum Master and servant leader for an Agile software development team supporting a federal government program. The primary responsibility is to help the team successfully deliver software using SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) practices by facilitating Agile ceremonies, removing obstacles, improving team performance, and driving continuous process improvement.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and facilitate Agile ceremonies, including:
- Daily Stand-Ups
- Sprint Planning
- Backlog Grooming/Refinement
- Sprint Reviews
- Retrospectives
- Program Increment (PI) Planning
- Remove impediments that slow team progress and shield the team from external disruptions.
- Coach the team on Agile and SAFe best practices.
- Partner with the Product Owner to maintain a healthy backlog and improve team velocity.
- Track and report project metrics, milestones, and deliverables.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and workflow optimization.
- Foster strong team collaboration and positive team dynamics.
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
- Bachelor's degree plus 8+ years of experience, or:
- Master's degree plus 6+ years, or
- Additional experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master in an IT environment.
- Experience facilitating all major Scrum and SAFe ceremonies.
- Scrum certification such as:
- CSM
- PSM I
- PMI-ACP
- SAFe certification
- At least 1 year of SAFe experience.
- Experience with Agile project management tools, particularly JIRA.
- Experience supporting software development teams within the Federal Government environment.
- Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
- Immediate 401k vesting
- Generous PTO and flexible schedules
- $500.00 annual technology allowance
RCT Systems is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.
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