Scrum Master IT Project Manager

SAIC, a leading provider of systems development & deployment, targeting and intelligence analysis, systems engineering & integration, and training capabilities and solutions for the US Government, is seeking creative and dedicated professionals to join our Langley AFB, VA-based Air Operations Center (AOC) Falconer team.

About the role

We are seeking a seasoned Scrum Master to work across various feature teams supporting sidecar integration by collaborating in development and operations & maintenance (O&M) domains. As a Scrum Master, you will drive the success of our Features Delivery Development Team, promoting efficiency, quality, and rapid delivery of features. Your expertise in communication, team synchronization, and Agile methodologies will ensure seamless development processes and smooth transitions from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Work with Agile software development tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Trello) to manage backlogs, sprints, and collaborative work.
• Champion Agile processes within feature teams, facilitating ceremonies including daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and sprint reviews.
• Act as a liaison between development teams and operations and maintenance (O&M), fostering a collaborative environment that supports sidecar integration strategies.
• Work closely with developers/platform integrators and the O&M team to ensure completed features are ready for deployment and release plans align with operational standards and schedules.
• Proactively identify and address impediments affecting the delivery team's progress, applying problem-solving skills to mitigate issues promptly.
• Introduce and reinforce industry best practices for Agile software development/mission systems integration, driving continuous improvement within the team's processes and workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (4 years' equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of degree).
• 9 years of IT/engineering experience, with 5 years' experience as a Scrum Master (Agile, Scaled Agile Framework [SAFe], etc.) or equivalent/demonstrable IT project management skills.
• US citizen with an active US DoD Security Secret clearance granted within the last 5 years.
• Experience with Agile software development tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Trello) to manage backlogs, sprints, and collaborative work.
• Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to guide and manage team dynamics and decision-making processes effectively.
• Demonstrable expertise in Scrum and other Agile methodologies, with a strong understanding of the roles, events, artifacts, and rules inherent in the Agile framework.
• Proficiency in backlog management, including user story creation, refinement, and estimation techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships across diverse technical and non-technical teams.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles, DevOps culture, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Ability to apply Agile metrics and reporting techniques to assess progress, efficiency, and team performance.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Experience working with DoD and/or Air Force IT systems, including command and control (C2) platforms/software integration domains like the Air Operations Centers.
• Professional Scrum Master (PSM), PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification.

Pay

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• On-site (ORA_ON_SITE)