Scrum Master

About the Organization A nationally recognized research institution where your work directly supports groundbreaking scientific programs. We build the infrastructure behind some of the most impactful research in the country. About the Role As a Scrum Master, you will lead multiple Scrum teams and serve as a champion of Agile practices across the organization. You’ll facilitate all Scrum ceremonies, remove blockers, coach teams toward self-organization, and help build a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. What You’ll Do Lead multiple Scrum teams using Agile methodologies in sprint or Kanban environments Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies — daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, demos, and retrospectives Coach teams and the broader organization on Scrum practices, fostering a culture of real value delivery Support Product Owners with backlog management, scope, stakeholder requests, and priority setting Build and maintain reports for velocity, burndown, capacity, and project planning to provide ongoing insights Drive story point estimation, roadmap adjustments, quarterly planning, and cross-functional collaboration Resolve conflicts, remove impediments, and reduce context switching to accelerate team performance Provide support within planning and reporting tools such as Jira Foster a team culture grounded in commitment, focus, openness, respect, and courage What We’re Looking For Education & Experience Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) 5+ years of experience in a Scrum Master or Product Owner role within a software development environment Hands-on experience with Jira Proven experience coaching teams new to Agile and Scrum Skills & Abilities Excellent communication, active listening, and servant leadership skills Deep knowledge of Scrum elements and artifacts — user stories, sprints, kanban boards, backlog refinement, velocity, definition of done, and more Strong conflict resolution skills with the ability to think quickly and act calmly under pressure Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple teams simultaneously Highly flexible and adaptable in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments Empathetic coach who puts people first and understands team dynamics Ability to lead Agile transformation efforts while honoring team culture, norms, and values #J-18808-Ljbffr LTD Global