[Hiring] Scrum Master @Capital I

Role Description

Please note: Tentative start date is mid December.

The Scrum Master will lead scrum teams, provide management, steer direction, administration, quality assurance, and leadership of staff execution for assigned projects. As our Scrum Master, you will provide day-to-day support and management of scrum teams including:

• Quality monitoring and SME-level inputs to improve overall performance of assigned projects.
• Support of configuration and release management.
• Assessment and authorization to VA IT development/sustainment project(s) as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific/technical discipline. Eight (8) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education (13 years total).
• 10 years of experience supporting software development programs.
• 5 years of experience leading a program using either LeSS or SAFe (required).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Visio).
• Experience with Agile and product management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, Rally, or equivalent platforms.
• Proficiency with virtual collaboration and communication platforms, including Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Slack, or similar tools.
• Experience using reporting, analytics, and dashboard tools to evaluate product performance and business outcomes.
• Knowledge of enterprise systems and business processes preferred.
• Strong experience as a Scrum Master in Agile development methodology.
• Proven ability to lead scrum teams in the execution of project tasks and providing monitoring including risk/issues management.
• Experience managing scrum teams within the VA, specifically working knowledge of VA's VIP management process (nice to have).
• Knowledge of methodologies, technologies, frameworks, and toolsets such as Agile methodology, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Agility, Jira, VIP, etc.
• Experience supporting ERP/software/SaaS implementation or digital transformation initiatives.
• Deep understanding of scaled agile development methodologies (SAFe).
• This role is the primary interface with the customer and requires a high level of professionalism; and oral and written communications skills.

Requirements

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM).
• Professional Scrum Master (PSM I/II).
• SAFe Scrum Master (SSM).
• Advanced Certified Scrum Master (A-CSM).
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).

Compensation

$100,000- $125,000 annual. Salary is dependent upon experience level and qualifications/certifications.

Benefits

• 401K Employer Matching.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Federal Holidays.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance.
• Employer-paid AD&D Insurance.
• Employee-paid voluntary benefits.
• Employee development resources.

Work Authorization

Please note: Certain roles may support federal contracts and therefore require U.S. citizenship or eligibility for a security clearance. Candidates not meeting applicable federal contract requirements will not be eligible for those roles.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Capital i is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Capital i makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Capital i is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

Federal Government Contractor

As a federal government contractor, Capital i is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Work Authorization

Capital i considers applicants who are U.S. lawful permanent residents, eligible employment-based green card portability candidates (with a Form I-485 filed at least 180 days prior for a same or similar role), and individuals with valid F-1 or J-1 employment authorization for temporary positions only. Capital i does not provide immigration sponsorship.

Please note: Certain roles may support federal contracts and therefore require U.S. citizenship, specific residency history, or eligibility for a security clearance. Candidates not meeting applicable federal contract requirements will not be eligible for those roles.