Scrum Master/Technical Lead

Crystal Management - Washington, DC

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Scrum Master/Technical Lead at CMIT is responsible for leading and managing software development projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies. This role involves overseeing the project lifecycle, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring that development goals align with business objectives. The position is fully remote with occasional travel to client worksites, focusing on delivering transformative results for federal and commercial clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage the project lifecycle and oversee all aspects of software development projects, including scope, budget, and schedule.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders and product owners to ensure development goals are aligned with overall business objectives.
• Implement agile/scrum methodologies and ensure that all team members understand and adhere to them.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate development activities, including resource allocation, project scheduling, and risk management.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders and management.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with project stakeholders and product owners, including customers, contractors, and team members.
• Provide vision and direction to software developers and product stakeholders to orchestrate the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT Project Management.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience leading projects using these methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel to the customer worksite as indicated.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and knowledge of their processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of commercial project management software, such as PROMIS, Kahua, Procore, or USACE-specific software such as PROMIS, RMS, REMIS, or RFMIS.
• PMP certification or Agile certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Volunteer time off