Technical Scrum Master

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD’s mission is to support the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD) in their missions to enable research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering with cybersecurity, comprehensive logistics, and life-cycle savings.  Noblis MSD is seeking a Scrum Master to support U.S. Navy programs.  You will provide program management, engineering and technical assistance support in the Philadelphia Navy Yard.

 

 

Noblis MSD is seeking Scrum Master candidates to provide on-site programmatic and technical support to Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia programs, and to directly support US Navy programs; we are the Prime on these contracts.  This is a new position and a great opportunity to work up into a Program Manager role.   Responsible for managing timelines, resolving technical problems, project control support and coaching team members on Agile methodologies. Responsibilities include:

 

• Manage each project’s scope and timeline.
• Coordinate sprints, retrospective meetings and daily stand-ups
• Coach team members in Agile frameworks
• Facilitate internal communication and effective collaboration.
• Be the point of contact for external communications (e.g. from customers or stakeholders)
• Work with product owners to handle backlogs and new requests.
• Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that occur.
• Help teams implement changes effectively.
• Ensure deliverables are up to quality standards at the end of each sprint.
• Guide development teams to higher scrum maturity
• Help build a productive environment where team members ‘own’ the product and enjoy working on it

Required Qualifications

Required skills and knowledge:

• Experience in a scrum master role
• Experienced with the software development process and can work with and direct SW Developers 
• Excellent knowledge of Scrum techniques and artifacts (such as definition of done, user stories, automated testing, backlog refinement)
• Good knowledge of other Agile frameworks
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution ability
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Degree in Computer Science, Business or similar field and 5+ years work experience in program support
• Scrum master certification is a plus (CSM, CSPO, PSM, CSP, SSM, PSPO or CSD)
• PMP Certification is a plus

Desired Qualifications

Candidates should have excellent knowledge of the scrum framework, with all its artifacts and techniques. The ability to coordinate people and projects (occasionally facilitating changes) with your mind set on deliverables. Candidates should be a strong communicator, a capable leader and a strong knowledge in Agile frameworks.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

 

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

Client Engagement

· Learn about the Noblis business development lifecycle, processes, tools, and account structure

· Contribute specialized domain or technical content to proposal sections or client white papers

· Build a productive relationship with your client and understand their structure and goals

Salary Range Explanation

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encour