Scrum Master/Project Manager

Role Overview

Steampunk is hiring a Scrum Master / Project Manager to serve as Scrum Master for an Agile software development team, leading day-to-day delivery of a major mission system for a client. The work leverages PSFA and integrates systems using MuleSoft.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Scrum Master for a high-priority client project and oversee the Scrum team
• Maintain focus on quality and continuous delivery
• Lead and manage the Steampunk delivery team contingent
• Identify, mitigate, and manage risks and issues; correct deviations from plans
• Define project scope and schedule and focus on timely delivery of value
• Prepare and distribute progress reports
• Support team development: hold teams accountable, remove roadblocks, improve capacity, and mentor team members
• Manage customer expectations and support stakeholder communications and project governance
• Coach teams on the delivery process, Agile mindset, collaboration, and self-organization
• Facilitate meetings/workshops using appropriate techniques; create shared stakeholder understanding
• Help teams produce product/portfolio roadmaps
• Perform hands-on work as needed (e.g., analysis, design, and change management)

Requirements

• Must reside within the DC area
• Authorized to work for any U.S. employer
• 4+ years experience with Scrum/Kanban methodologies
• 4+ years experience serving as Product Owner or Scrum Master
• Must have CSM and SAFe certifications
• Ability to obtain a government clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, MIS, or equivalent experience/education
• Strong credibility-building and influence skills; ability to build consensus and achieve goals
• Ability to help write user stories/epics, identify dependencies, and design solutions
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Flexibility to work with teams, individuals, and executives

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using a studio / human-centered design approach