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Credence

Agile Project Manager and Scrum Master

Credence, Tysons Corner, Virginia, United States

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Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

At Credence, we support our clients' mission-critical needs, powered by technology. We provide cutting-edge solutions, including AI/ML, enterprise modernization, and advanced intelligence capabilities, to the largest defense and health federal organizations. Through partnership and trust, we increase mission success for w‑ar‑fighters and secure our nation for a better future.

We are privately held, are repeatedly recognized as a top place to work, and have been on the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies list for the last 12 years. We practice servant leadership and believe that by focusing on the success of our clients, team members, and partners, we all achieve greater success.

We have an immediate opening for an Agile Project Manager and Scrum Master to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading Agile practices and principles within project delivery, facilitating collaboration amongst team members, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will play a critical role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Agile project management activities across multiple teams while ensuring adherence to Agile methodologies and practices

Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives, and Iteration Reviews

Collaborate with product owners to prioritize and manage product backlogs, ensuring alignment with client objectives

Actively remove impediments and blockers that hinder project progress, promoting a smooth workflow

Implement best practices for Agile project management and encourage team development and customer engagement

Monitor project progress, providing transparent updates and metrics to stakeholders, and ensuring accountability

Cultivate and promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and respect within project teams

Mentor and guide teams in Agile principles, ensuring continued growth and excellence in practices

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field

A minimum of 5 years of project management experience in an Agile context

SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification, Certified Scrum Master, Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent Agile certification

Proven experience in leading Agile teams and managing software development projects

Ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, both technical and non‑technical

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Familiarity with Agile project management tools, such as Jira or Rally

Excellent facilitation and coaching skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure

Public Trust clearance, Secret is preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in federal or government contracting environments

Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

Experience with AI/ML technology projects

Join us at Credence to be part of a mission‑driven team dedicated to building a better world!

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Work From Home

Free Food & Snacks

Wellness Resources

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Project Management

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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