Scrum Master Sr

Position: Scrum Master Sr
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Reston, VAPURPOSE:

Leads multiple cross-functional teams, or Agile Release train (ART) guiding them on how to use Agile, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Scrum, and Lean(e.g. Kanban) values/practices through servant leadership. Creates and nurtures a culture of continuous learning, growth mindset and agile maturity in teams/ART through agile practices, agile mindset, metrics, SAFe guidelines, removes blockers and partners with leadership. Exhibits and permeates the behaviors of a Lean-Agile Leader with a Lean-Agile Mindset.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Education Details: Business Administration or related field
Experience: 8 years or equivalent in the use of Lean, Agile methodologies including three plus years as Scrum Master or Kanban lead. Proven success leading multiple Agile teams to agile maturity and improved customer outcomes.

In Lieu of Education
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications
Scrum Master on a SAFe Agile Release train
Leading Change and continuous improvement, working with a cross functional team by applying lean agile methods
Experience doing value stream mapping, system level optimizations etc. applying Theory of Constraints and other Lean techniques

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of Lean Agile values, principles and practices , Advanced
Knowledge of Lean agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, Expert
Knowledge of Scaling frameworks like SAFe, Advanced
Demonstrate strong and clear accountability for program success , Expert
Knowledge of Product Ownership, DevOps, Test Automation practices etc, Advanced
Excellent communication skills written and oral, Advanced
Self starter with ability to prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines, Expert
Ability to organize data and create metrics/reports/dashboards, Expert
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and industry standard Agile tools., Advanced
Ability to drive change at different levels, manage conflicts constructively., Advanced

Licenses/Certifications
SAFe Scrum Master Certification Required
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Required
Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer Pref
Certified Scrum Professional Pref