Scrum Master

Description
JOB SUMMARY:
We need someone who is skilled in Agile delivery leveraging Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile practices. Scrum Masters in our organization are servant leaders who can effectively collaborate, facilitate, and influence in a matrixed team environment. Since this team is hybrid will also need to be able to function in tradition PM background and manage projects accordingly.
A successful Scrum Master must adeptly navigate complex organizations and be flexible in working with teams that have various levels of Agile maturity. The Scrum Master will work with an Agile Coach and the Agile Delivery Enablement Lead to provide direction towards maturing and optimizing Agile execution within teams. This role will interact closely with Technology and Business stakeholders to educate and ensure business outcomes are achieved.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Partner with Product Owner to provide work direction to one or more Agile teams, including backlog management and grooming
Teach the Scrum framework to Technology and Business teams and tailor to the organization as needed
Organize and facilitate sprint planning sessions, daily stand-up meetings, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and other Scrum-related meetings
Track and communicate sprint/release progress via information radiators and team metrics
Remove and/or escalate team roadblocks
Coordinate release schedules, which may involve dependencies across other Agile and Waterfall teams
Guide Agile teams to leverage an Agile mindset and fine tune frameworks to increase maturity level
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within teams
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Bachelor's degree in related field
7+ years of overall experience in technology delivery
5+ years in a Scrum Master role, managing multiple teams
Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe, etc.)
Superior communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
Agile mindset with expert knowledge of Agile practices (Scrum ceremonies, information radiators, continuous improvement techniques, Kanban, XP, etc.)
Knowledge of Scrum success patterns, common challenges, and techniques to course correct when issues arise
Flexibility to work with Scrum teams in a variety of different contexts, team sizes, organizations, cultures, co-located vs. distributed, etc.
Experience with Software Development Life Cycle and Release Management
Demonstrated understanding of Project Management concepts, including the ability to manage budgets, create resource plans and forecasts, prepare schedules, identify risks, and prepare mitigation plans
Experience working on mixed methodology program (Scrum interfacing with Waterfall from a dependency perspective)
Experience influencing and managing project teams without formal direct reporting relationships
Experience building relationships with senior leaders, team members, and customers to execute on a common vision and strategy
Ability to be a champion for continuous improvement within Technology and Business teams
Experience with managing backlogs and sprints via an Agile Lifecycle Management tool (JIRA, VersionOne, Rally, etc.)
High-level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project, and SharePoint
PREFERED SKILLS:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience in scaled Agile programs (SAFe, etc.)
Working knowledge of technical engineering best practices (Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery, DevOps, etc.)
Working knowledge of best practices in Organization Change Management
Previous experience in Utility industry
Skills
Agile Transformation, Bachelor's Degree, Scrum Master, project management, program management
Top Skills Details
Agile Transformation, Bachelor's Degree, Scrum Master
Additional Skills & Qualifications
This person will provide guidance, coaching and direction towards maturing Agile execution methodologies. They need to have strong oral and written communication skills and experience leveraging these skills to interact with all levels of management.
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.