Sr. Scrum Master II

at  Progressive Technology Solutions

Job Title: Sr. Scrum Master
Location: Baltimore, Maryland (Remote)
Duration: 12 Months
Note: Must be local to the DMV region (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia).

OVERVIEW:

Are you passionate about Agile methodologies and looking to take the lead in an impactful, fast-paced environment? We’re seeking a Senior Scrum Master to guide cross-functional teams and drive agile transformation at scale. If you have experience facilitating Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and a deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe practices, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Facilitation (40%): Act as the Scrum Master for multiple teams or Release Train Engineer (RTE) for an ART, driving continuous improvement and helping teams reach their goals through Agile practices.
• Communication & Coordination (30%): Collaborate with other teams to improve flow and throughput, leading cross-team ceremonies such as Scrum of Scrums and PI planning.
• Impediment Removal (15%): Identify and resolve blockers that impede team/ART success, working with internal and external stakeholders to address issues.
• Agile Leadership (15%): Promote a Lean-Agile mindset and drive business agility initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning, growth, and improved team dynamics.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience using Lean and Agile methodologies, with 3+ years as a Scrum Master or Kanban Lead. Proven success in leading Agile teams to maturity and improved outcomes.
• Preferred Experience: Experience as a Scrum Master within a SAFe Agile Release Train, facilitating cross-functional teams and applying Lean techniques for system-level optimizations.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Expertise in Lean Agile principles, Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe frameworks.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in Agile tools and Microsoft Office, with the ability to create metrics/reports/dashboards.
• Ability to drive change, resolve conflicts, and inspire accountability within the teams.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSP) required.
• SAFe Scrum Master certification and SAFe Release Train Engineer certification preferred.
• Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) is a plus.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $69.00 - $74.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Remot

• Team Facilitation (40%): Act as the Scrum Master for multiple teams or Release Train Engineer (RTE) for an ART, driving continuous improvement and helping teams reach their goals through Agile practices.
• Communication & Coordination (30%): Collaborate with other teams to improve flow and throughput, leading cross-team ceremonies such as Scrum of Scrums and PI planning.
• Impediment Removal (15%): Identify and resolve blockers that impede team/ART success, working with internal and external stakeholders to address issues.
• Agile Leadership (15%): Promote a Lean-Agile mindset and drive business agility initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning, growth, and improved team dynamics