Columbia Technology Partners
Scrum Master - Software Development Project
Columbia Technology Partners, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Overview
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced SCRUM Master to lead agile software development efforts in a fast-paced environment. This role is critical to fostering team collaboration, driving delivery of high-quality solutions, and promoting continuous improvement. The SCRUM Master will ensure alignment with project goals and customer expectations. Responsibilities
Facilitate all SCRUM ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Act as the liaison between development teams and stakeholders. Administer and maintain Jira boards, sprints, and issue tracking. Identify and remove impediments to team progress; implement process improvements. Assist Product Owners in backlog management and priority communication. Monitor and report agile metrics such as velocity, burndown charts, and sprint progress. Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure adherence to Agile principles and best practices throughout the development lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, testers, UX designers, and business analysts to meet sprint objectives. Preferred Skills
Experience working in government or regulated environments. Technical background or understanding of full-stack development. Knowledge of SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks. Certified SCRUM Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification. Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum of 3 years\' experience as a SCRUM Master supporting software development teams. Strong grasp of Agile/SCRUM methodologies and frameworks. Excellent facilitation, communication, and organizational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder relationships. Proficiency with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and iterative delivery models. Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. Equal opportunity employer; random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Certification Requirement: DOD 8570 Certification. About Us
Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. CTP has a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation. Our employees have the experience and expertise to deliver results that exceed expectations. CTP is committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices and to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine.
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We are looking for a dynamic and experienced SCRUM Master to lead agile software development efforts in a fast-paced environment. This role is critical to fostering team collaboration, driving delivery of high-quality solutions, and promoting continuous improvement. The SCRUM Master will ensure alignment with project goals and customer expectations. Responsibilities
Facilitate all SCRUM ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Act as the liaison between development teams and stakeholders. Administer and maintain Jira boards, sprints, and issue tracking. Identify and remove impediments to team progress; implement process improvements. Assist Product Owners in backlog management and priority communication. Monitor and report agile metrics such as velocity, burndown charts, and sprint progress. Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Ensure adherence to Agile principles and best practices throughout the development lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, testers, UX designers, and business analysts to meet sprint objectives. Preferred Skills
Experience working in government or regulated environments. Technical background or understanding of full-stack development. Knowledge of SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks. Certified SCRUM Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification. Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum of 3 years\' experience as a SCRUM Master supporting software development teams. Strong grasp of Agile/SCRUM methodologies and frameworks. Excellent facilitation, communication, and organizational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder relationships. Proficiency with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and iterative delivery models. Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. Equal opportunity employer; random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Certification Requirement: DOD 8570 Certification. About Us
Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. CTP has a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation. Our employees have the experience and expertise to deliver results that exceed expectations. CTP is committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices and to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine.
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