SAFe Scrum Master

Description

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers' business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values-passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness-and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.


Together, we know our people are our difference-for our clients and our colleagues.


Are you ready to:

• Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
• Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
• Join a company which prides itself on its shared values and inclusive culture?
• Be the difference and make it happen?

Role Summary

MetaPhase is supporting a federal client undergoing a large-scale Agile transformation from team-level Scrum to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). This effort is focused on improving coordination across multiple development teams across multiple legacy and modernized systems, aligning delivery with enterprise priorities, and increasing the speed and quality of mission-critical system delivery.


In support of this project, Metaphase is looking for a SAFe Scrum Master with at least (2) two years of relevant experience to be a servant leader for Agile teams operating within Agile Release Trains (ARTs), ensuring effective execution of SAFe ceremonies, removal of impediments, and alignment with program-level objectives. The Scrum Master will play a key role in facilitating team performance while contributing to broader SAFe adoption and continuous improvement initiatives.


This position requires experience working in a SAFe environment, supporting cross-team coordination, Program Increment (PI) planning, and scaled delivery across complex, multi-team systems.


What You Will Be Doing

• Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams operating within a SAFe Agile Release Train (ART).
• Facilitate team-level Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Support Program Increment (PI) Planning, including coordination of dependencies, risks, and team commitments.
• Remove team impediments and escalate risks and issues as needed to ensure continuous delivery.
• Partner with Product Owners to ensure well-defined user stories, acceptance criteria, and backlog prioritization.
• Drive adherence to Definition of Done, quality standards, and Agile best practices.
• Support cross-team coordination through participation in Scrum of Scrums, ART Syncs, and System Demos.
• Track and report Agile metrics including velocity, burndown, flow metrics, and PI objectives.
• Coach teams on SAFe principles, Lean-Agile mindset, and continuous improvement practices.
• Support dependency management and integration across multiple teams and systems.
• Ensure alignment between team execution and broader program/portfolio priorities.
• Contribute to SAFe transformation activities, including change management and process improvement initiatives.

What We Need From You (Required)

• 2+ years of experience serving as a Scrum Master in a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment supporting multiple teams or ARTs.
• SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) certification from accredited organization.
• Experience supporting federal government or classified programs.
• Strong understanding of SAFe principles, Agile methodologies, and Lean-Agile mindset.
• Experience facilitating PI Planning, Inspect & Adapt workshops, and program-level ceremonies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-team dependencies, risks, and delivery coordination.
• Experience using Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Ability to coach teams on Agile best practices and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working in complex, fast-paced, mission-driven environments.
• Ability to track and communicate Agile metrics and team performance.

What Sets You Apart (Preferred)

• Experience working in cloud-based, microservices, or DevSecOps environments.
• Experience supporting large-scale Agile transformations from Scrum to SAFe.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience working with distributed teams and hybrid environments.

Work Location

• Winchester, VA

Travel

• Less than 5%; Limited to as needed

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related field

Clearance Level

• Active Top-Secret clearance required with ability to obtain SCI Polygraph
• (U.S. Citizenship required; NO EXCEPTIONS)

Compensation

• Compensation decisions are dependent of the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $90,000 - $140,000.

About MetaPhase Consulting

MetaPhase Consulting is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:


Fastest Growing

• Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
• Washington Technology Fast 50 Award - 2020, 2021
• Financial Times America's Fastest Growing Companies - 2021, 2022, 2023

Best Places to Work

• Washington Post Top Workplaces - 2022, 2023, 2024
• Washington's Business Journal's Best Places to Work - 2021, 2022
• Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work - 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
• Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms - 2020

Company & Individual Awards

• 2021 Washington Business Journal Small Business - CEO of the Year
• 2021 FedScoop 50 - Industry Leadership Award Nominee
• 2021, 2023, 2024 Moxie Award Finalist
• 2022 SECAF Government Contractor Awards ($27.5 to $50 Million in Revenue)
• 2022 FedScoop Best Bosses Finalist - Brett McLaren
• 2022 Washington Business Journal 40 under 40 - Brett McLaren
• 2022 FedHealth IT and G2XChange Women in in Leadership Awards - Beth Angerman
• 2022 George Mason University Prominent Patriots in Business - Fred Costa
• 2022 TiE DC Capital ELITE Award
• 2023, 2024 Elev8 Engage GovCon Finalist
• 2023 Maryland Tech Council ICON Awards Finalist for Government Contracting Company of the Year: Over $50 Million
• 2023 Greater Washington Government Contractor of the Year ($25 to $75 million) Awards Finalist

MetaPhase Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.