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Our client is seeking a seasoned SAFe Scrum Master to lead Agile teams in the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional technology initiatives involving multiple departments and third-party vendors. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (particularly Jira), a proven ability to coach teams on best practices, and the leadership skills to remove blockers and foster a high-performing, collaborative environment. This role requires hands-on facilitation of ceremonies, close coordination with leadership and Product Owners, and a focus on continuous improvement and alignment to enterprise goals.
location: Washington, Washington, D.C.
job type: Contract
salary: $75 - 85 per hour
work hours: 9am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
- Coach team members and stakeholders on SAFe Agile principles, Scrum practices, and team dynamics
- Shield the team from external interruptions and remove impediments to ensure steady sprint progress
- Collaborate with Product Owners to maintain and prioritize the product backlog
- Maintain and manage sprint boards, user stories, tasks, and reports in Jira
- Track and communicate team velocity, burndown, and other Agile metrics
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and team accountability
- Align team efforts with enterprise strategy and program-level objectives
- Promote transparency, open communication, and cross-team collaboration
- Guide Agile adoption and maturity across delivery teams
qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience as a Scrum Master using Jira or similar Agile tools
- Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks including Scrum and Kanban; SAFe experience preferred
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM, PSM) required; SAFe certification strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success with sprint planning, backlog grooming, and Agile reporting
- Familiarity with DevOps tools (Repos, Pipelines, Test Plans)
- Excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, and communication skills
- Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and resolve team-level challenges
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field preferred
skills:
- Excellent Facilitation and Meeting Leadership
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Team Building and Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Expertise in Agile Frameworks and Methodologies
- Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving Ability
- Backlog Management and Prioritization Skills
- Requirements Gathering and Stakeholder Engagement
- Experience with Agile Tools (e.g., Jira, Rally)
- Metrics-Driven Delivery and Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability and Ability to Drive Agile Transformation
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.