Project Manager 3 Scrum Master

About the role

Drives consistent project delivery through the entire project lifecycle, including: project plans, release plans, resource allocation, and management of project risks, scope, schedule, and delivery of value.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates Agile Ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Retrospectives, Sprint Demos, Story Refinement, and Release Planning.
• Tracks and communicates project's progress from a schedule, cost, and risk perspective to the project team, stakeholders, and management.
• Establishes an environment where the teams can be effective and helps removing obstacles.
• Protects the team from outside interruptions and distractions.
• Ensures a good relationship between the team and product owner as well as others outside the team.
• Tracks and reports team velocity and other project metrics.
• Promotes continuous improvement and helps teams to increase productivity.
• Helps Product Owner and team with Product backlog management.
• Safeguards the teams are practicing core Agile principles.
• Adheres to VDOT and VITA project management practices as defined.
• Adds additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of software development life cycle models.
• Expert knowledge of Agile project management principles and practices.
• Ability to work with customers, understand their business practices, and manage their expectations.
• Ability to set clear performance standards and hold team members accountable, while keeping team engaged and on track.
• Ability to help Product Owners to create and prioritize Product Backlog.
• Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze and document business and system processes.
• Ability to balance the competing demands for quality, scope, schedule, and cost.
• Well-versed with Scrum and Kanban Agile methodologies.
• PMP and CSM Certifications required.
• SAFe Certification preferred.
• Experience with SAFe framework is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models.
• Solid understanding of Scrum / Kanban Agile Methodology and working experience in this area.
• Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building.
• CSM certification required.

Skills

• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models
• Solid understanding of Scrum / Kanban Agile Methodology and working experience in this area
• Strong interpersonal skills including mentoring, coaching, collaborating, and team building
• CSM certification required

Benefits

• Long-Term Stability: Join us on a multi-year opportunities with room to grow.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access quality healthcare benefits to keep you and your family well.
• Future Planning: Enroll in our 401(k) program and invest in your financial security.
• GC Assistance: We support immediate Green Card processing, if required.