Overview
TISTA is seeking a Scrum Master in support of a critical application (IBM Sterling) within the federal agency. The Scrum Master will lead a scrum team, provide management, steer direction, administration, quality assurance, and leadership of staff execution for assigned projects. As our Scrum Master you will provide day-to-day support and management of scrum teams including quality monitoring and SME-level inputs to improve the overall performance of the assigned projects; support of configuration and release management, and assessment and authorization to VA IT development/ sustainment project(s) as needed.
TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day management guidance and direction to scrum teams in the execution of tasks.
Manage resources and project based on timelines established in the project plan, and monitor progress.
Use proven software development methodologies, including Large Scale Scrum (LeSS), SAFe, VIP and Process Asset Library (PAL) that assure that all contract-driven activities are identified, documented, and tracked so that the contract shall continuously be evaluated and monitored for timely and quality service.
Act as primary interface (liaison) with client and ensure client's needs are met within the scope of this project and our contract.
Provide project financial and resource management.
Plan and conduct 'VIP Build' planning or Program Increment (PI) Planning, manage PI-Planning session in accordance with SAFe and in alignment with VA VIP process.
Provide detailed metrics and dashboard covering tasks, assigned resources, and story points including burn down charts.
Identify, communicate, mitigate and manage project risks; provide weekly updates to manager and PMSS Risk Manager on issues/risks requiring escalation.
Maintain requirements backlog and conduct requirements elaborations.
Plan and support Sprint and Build releases for all environment, and coordinate with Test and CM Manager to ensure adequate and timely support.
Collect and maintain all release documents and ensure that compliance user stories have been completed and approved by assigned Release Manager.
Qualifications
10 years of experience supporting software development programs.
5 years of experience leading a program using either LeSS or SAFe (required).
Strong experience as a Scrum Master in an Agile development methodology.
Proven ability to lead scrum teams in the execution of project tasks and providing monitoring including risk/issues management.
Experience managing scrum teams within the VA, specifically working knowledge of VA's VIP management process (nice to have).
Knowledge of methodologies, technologies, frameworks, and toolsets such as Agile methodology, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Agility, Jira, VIP, etc.
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) domain expertise required.
Deep understanding of scaled agile development methodologies (SAFe).
This role is the primary interface with the customer and requires high-level of professionalism; and oral and written communications skills.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific / technical discipline.
Eight (8) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education (13 years total).
Clearance:
Location:
Pay Range:
The suggested pay for this position ranges from $69,240 to $90,500
The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location
Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses
TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here:
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