Lead Scrum Master at General Dynamics Information Technology

Anykščiai, Utena County, Lithuania -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

138000.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Conducting Standups, Scrum, Sprint Planning, Coaching, Facilitation, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Agile Metrics, Data-Driven Insights, Software Development Lifecycle, DevOps Practices

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: NACI (T1) Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Conducting Standups, Scrum, Sprint Planning Certifications: None Experience: 5 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No Job Description: At GDIT, our team members are at the core of our success. We are looking for an experienced Scrum Master to join our team and guide our Agile teams in delivering high-quality solutions that exceed client expectations. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for driving continuous improvement, this is your chance to lead and make a difference. HOW A SCRUM MASTER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, to ensure the team is aligned, focused, and committed to delivering value. Serve as a servant leader and coach to Agile teams, helping them to self-organize, plan, and execute effectively while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Work closely with Product Owners to ensure the product backlog is refined, prioritized, and ready for upcoming sprints. Identify, address, and remove impediments or blockers that may impact the team's ability to deliver on sprint goals. Collaborate with stakeholders, including developers, testers, and business analysts, to ensure clear communication of project status, risks, and dependencies. Monitor team performance using Agile metrics and provide regular updates and insights to stakeholders to drive data-informed decision-making. Champion Agile best practices, principles, and frameworks within the organization, fostering an environment of collaboration and transparency. Lead workshops and training sessions to enhance the team's understanding of Agile methodologies and principles. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED: 5+ years of experience working as a Scrum Master in an Agile environment, with a strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, Lean). CSM, CSPO, SAFe, or PMI-ACP certification. Proven track record of successfully coaching Agile teams and driving high performance and continuous improvement. Strong facilitation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills to navigate complex team dynamics and project challenges. Experience with Agile project management tools, such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and the ability to work closely with technical teams to ensure alignment on deliverables. Experience in scaling Agile practices across multiple teams and departments. DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Experience in environments with a strong emphasis on data integrity, compliance, and privacy standards. Proficiency in using data-driven insights and Agile metrics (e.g., velocity, burndown charts, cycle time) to guide teams towards improvement. Familiarity with additional Agile frameworks and methodologies, such as Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, or XP. Experience in creating training materials and conducting Agile training sessions for teams and stakeholders. Understanding of DevOps practices and how they integrate with Agile methodologies. SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL: Ability to pass HHS and company background check to obtain a Public Trust Level 5 clearance. WHY CHOOSE GDIT? Competitive 401K plan with company match. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Opportunities for professional growth through education, certifications, and training. Access to the latest tools and technologies to support innovation. Generous paid time off and holiday schedule to support work-life balance. A collaborative and inclusive culture that values teamwork and continuous improvement. Join GDIT and lead Agile teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive success. Apply today and take the next step in your Scrum Master career! OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation. The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: None Telecommuting Options: Remote Work Location: Any Location / Remote Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee’s date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Join our 30,000 everyday heroes. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. For more information about GDIT's Privacy Policy, click here: https://www.gdit.com/privacy-policy/notices/

Responsibilities

The Lead Scrum Master will facilitate Agile ceremonies and serve as a servant leader to guide Agile teams in delivering high-quality solutions. They will work closely with Product Owners and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and remove any impediments to the team's success.