Senior Scrum Master/Team Leader
Temporary
System One
Scrum Master/Team Leader
Washington, DC – 100% Onsite @ the Federal Reserve
Per Federal contract U.S. citizenship is required
Must be able to obtain PASS federal background check for Public Trust clearance
W2 with benefits or C2C Contract
Must Apply by September 10th
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board) has an ongoing need for skilled
agile professionals to assist with agile maturity in the Division of Information Technology (IT).
Agile maturity and related services will be required for the Board’s Business and Technology
Modernization (BTM) program. REQUIREMENTS:
The Contractor shall provide skilled agile program management personnel to assist with the
BTM program, on an as-needed basis. The Board requires personnel with qualifications,
knowledge, skills, and capabilities as described below. The Senior Scrum Master serves as a servant leader for the Agile team, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, and coaching the team toward self-organization and high performance. This role is responsible for navigating resistance to Agile practices within the team, addressing team conflicts and dysfunctions, building psychological safety, and increasing cross team
collaboration. The Senior Scrum Master works closely with the Agile Coach and Product Owner to ensure the team operates effectively within Agile principles while delivering
predictable value. This role operates independently with the team on day-to-day execution but adheres to the organization's Agile playbook, standards, and guidance from the Agile Program
Manager. This role requires the ability to navigate organizational complexity, shield the team from external disruptions, and drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. The candidate shall also demonstrate the below knowledge and experience :
• At least seven (7) years of hands-on experience as a Scrum Master serving multiple teams in complex, matrixed organizations. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM II or higher) required; advanced certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Professional, SAFe Scrum Master) preferred.
• Proven track record building self-organizing teams, navigating resistance to Agile adoption, and driving measurable improvements in team velocity and predictability.
• Demonstrated ability to address team conflicts, build psychological safety, and guide teams through cultural and mindset shifts.
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, change management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within established organizational playbooks while coaching teams to Agile maturity.
• Government or highly regulated industry experience preferred. The Contractor shall deliver, but not limited to, the following:
• Team Self-Organization & Accountability: Build self-organizing, empowered teams that take ownership of commitments, foster accountability for sprint goals and delivery.
• Impediment Removal & Escalation: Identify and remove team-level impediments quickly, escalate organizational/systemic blockers to appropriate leadership, and maintain transparent impediment tracking and resolution.
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Facilitate meaningful retrospectives that drive action, implement improvements based on team feedback, and foster experimentation and learning mindset. ANTICIPATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:
START DATE: 9/21/2026
END DATE: 12/31/2026
NOTE: The performance is likely to be extended beyond 12/31/2026 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
The Contractor shall perform all work in the Board’s New York Avenue building located at 1701
New York Avenue, Washington, DC 20036. Remote work is not permitted. CITIZEN STATUS:
Per Federal Contract US Citizenship is required. INTERVIEW: Selected candidates will participate in a video conferencing interview. The use of video conference Ref: #851-Rockville-S1
Washington, DC – 100% Onsite @ the Federal Reserve
Per Federal contract U.S. citizenship is required
Must be able to obtain PASS federal background check for Public Trust clearance
W2 with benefits or C2C Contract
Must Apply by September 10th
BACKGROUND:
The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board) has an ongoing need for skilled
agile professionals to assist with agile maturity in the Division of Information Technology (IT).
Agile maturity and related services will be required for the Board’s Business and Technology
Modernization (BTM) program. REQUIREMENTS:
The Contractor shall provide skilled agile program management personnel to assist with the
BTM program, on an as-needed basis. The Board requires personnel with qualifications,
knowledge, skills, and capabilities as described below. The Senior Scrum Master serves as a servant leader for the Agile team, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, removing impediments, and coaching the team toward self-organization and high performance. This role is responsible for navigating resistance to Agile practices within the team, addressing team conflicts and dysfunctions, building psychological safety, and increasing cross team
collaboration. The Senior Scrum Master works closely with the Agile Coach and Product Owner to ensure the team operates effectively within Agile principles while delivering
predictable value. This role operates independently with the team on day-to-day execution but adheres to the organization's Agile playbook, standards, and guidance from the Agile Program
Manager. This role requires the ability to navigate organizational complexity, shield the team from external disruptions, and drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. The candidate shall also demonstrate the below knowledge and experience :
• At least seven (7) years of hands-on experience as a Scrum Master serving multiple teams in complex, matrixed organizations. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM II or higher) required; advanced certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Professional, SAFe Scrum Master) preferred.
• Proven track record building self-organizing teams, navigating resistance to Agile adoption, and driving measurable improvements in team velocity and predictability.
• Demonstrated ability to address team conflicts, build psychological safety, and guide teams through cultural and mindset shifts.
• Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, change management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within established organizational playbooks while coaching teams to Agile maturity.
• Government or highly regulated industry experience preferred. The Contractor shall deliver, but not limited to, the following:
• Team Self-Organization & Accountability: Build self-organizing, empowered teams that take ownership of commitments, foster accountability for sprint goals and delivery.
• Impediment Removal & Escalation: Identify and remove team-level impediments quickly, escalate organizational/systemic blockers to appropriate leadership, and maintain transparent impediment tracking and resolution.
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Facilitate meaningful retrospectives that drive action, implement improvements based on team feedback, and foster experimentation and learning mindset. ANTICIPATED PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:
START DATE: 9/21/2026
END DATE: 12/31/2026
NOTE: The performance is likely to be extended beyond 12/31/2026 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
The Contractor shall perform all work in the Board’s New York Avenue building located at 1701
New York Avenue, Washington, DC 20036. Remote work is not permitted. CITIZEN STATUS:
Per Federal Contract US Citizenship is required. INTERVIEW: Selected candidates will participate in a video conferencing interview. The use of video conference Ref: #851-Rockville-S1
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