Sr. scrum master

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Sr. Scrum Master

Location: Reston, VA

Purpose:

Leads multiple cross functional teams, or Agile Release train (ART) guiding them on how to use Agile, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Scrum and Lean (e.g. Kanban) values/practices through servant leadership. Creates and nurtures a culture of continuous learning, growth mindset and agile maturity in teams/ART through agile practices, agile mindset, metrics, SAFe guidelines, removes blockers and partners with leadership. Exhibits and permeates the behaviors of a Lean-Agile Leader with a Lean-Agile Mindset.

Essential Functions:

• 40% Facilitates the team’s progress toward team goals – The Sr. Scrum Master acts as the facilitator for many teams or as the Release Train Engineer (RTE) for a SAFe Agile release train (ART). Continuously engage in challenging the old ways of working to improve team level or ART level performance in the areas of quality, predictability, flow, velocity and other metrics defined by the enterprise. Help the team or ART focus on daily and/or Iteration Goals in the context of the current Program Increment (PI) or Release Objectives.
• 30% Supports the team’s/ART's efforts to continuously improve communications and relationships with other teams. Takes a lead role in coordinating work with other teams to improve flow and throughput. Frequently represent the team in the Scrum of Scrums (SoS), or run the Scrum of Scrum meeting, and/or other program level ceremonies to plan, execute, and improve the work & operating models.
• 15% Eliminates impediments by engaging the right stakeholders within the organization or partner organizations. The Sr. Scrum Master supports the team/ART in addressing and eliminating these issues to improve the likelihood of achieving the objectives of the Iteration or PI.
• 15% Exhibits and infuses the behaviors of a Lean-Agile Leader to nurture a Lean-Agile Mindset in the team, leadership and the program. Provide input and lead initiatives to improve business agility in the team/program/enterprise.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of Lean Agile values, principles and practices, Advanced.
• Knowledge of Lean agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, Expert.
• Knowledge of Scaling frameworks like SAFe, Advanced.
• Demonstrate strong and clear accountability for program success, Expert.
• Knowledge of Product Ownership, DevOps, Test Automation practices etc, Advanced.
• Excellent communication skills written and oral, Advanced.
• Self-starter with ability to prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines, Expert.
• Ability to organize data and create metrics/reports/dashboards, Expert.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and industry standard Agile tools, Advanced.
• Ability to drive change at different levels, manage conflicts constructively, Advanced.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Scrum Master on a SAFe Agile Release train.
• Leading Change and continuous improvement, working with a cross functional team by applying lean agile methods.
• Experience doing value stream mapping, system level optimizations etc. applying Theory of Constraints and other Lean techniques.

Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field.

Licenses/Certifications:

• SAFe Scrum Master Certification Upon Hire Preferred.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSP) Upon Hire Required.
• Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer Preferred.
• Certified Scrum Professional Preferred.

Experience:

8 years or equivalent in the use of Lean, Agile methodologies including three plus years as Scrum Master or Kanban lead. Proven success leading multiple Agile teams to agile maturity and improved customer outcomes. In Lieu of Education: In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.