Scrum Master
TEKsystems, Atlanta, GA, United States
JOB SUMMARY
We need someone who is skilled in Agile delivery leveraging Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile practices. Scrum Masters in our organization are servant leaders who can effectively collaborate, facilitate, and influence in a matrixed team environment. Since this team is hybrid will also need to be able to function in tradition PM background and manage projects accordingly. A successful Scrum Master must adeptly navigate complex organizations and be flexible in working with teams that have various levels of Agile maturity. The Scrum Master will work with an Agile Coach and the Agile Delivery Enablement Lead to provide direction towards maturing and optimizing Agile execution within teams. This role will interact closely with Technology and Business stakeholders to educate and ensure business outcomes are achieved.
Major Job Responsibilities
Partner with Product Owner to provide work direction to one or more Agile teams, including backlog management and grooming
Teach the Scrum framework to Technology and Business teams and tailor to the organization as needed
Organize and facilitate sprint planning sessions, daily stand-up meetings, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and other Scrum-related meetings
Track and communicate sprint/release progress via information radiators and team metrics
Remove and/or escalte team roadblocks
Coordinate release schedules, which may involve dependencies across other Agile and Waterfall teams
Guide Agile teams to leverage an Agile mindset and fine‑tune frameworks to increase maturity level
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within teams
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in related field
7+ years of overall experience in technology delivery
5+ years in a Scrum Master role, managing multiple teams
Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe, etc.)
Superior communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
Agile mindset with expert knowledge of Agile practices (Scrum ceremonies, information radiators, continuous improvement techniques, Kanban, XP, etc.)
Knowledge of Scrum success patterns, common challenges, and techniques to course correct when issues arise
Flexibility to work with Scrum teams in a variety of different contexts, team sizes, organizations, cultures, co‑located vs. distributed, etc.
Experience with Software Development Life Cycle and Release Management
Demonstrated understanding of Project Management concepts, including the ability to manage budgets, create resource plans and forecasts, prepare schedules, identify risks, and prepare mitigation plans
Experience working on mixed methodology program (Scrum interfacing with Waterfall from a dependency perspective)
Experience influencing and managing project teams without formal direct reporting relationships
Experience building relationships with senior leaders, team members, and customers to execute on a common vision and strategy
Ability to be a champion for continuous improvement within Technology and Business teams
Experience with managing backlogs and sprints via an Agile Lifecycle Management tool (JIRA, VersionOne, Rally, etc.)
High-level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project, and SharePoint
Preferred Skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience in scaled Agile programs (SAFe, etc.)
Working knowledge of technical engineering best practices (Test‑Driven Development, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery, DevOps, etc.)
Working knowledge of best practices in Organization Change Management
Previous experience in Utility industry
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & DD for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta, GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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We need someone who is skilled in Agile delivery leveraging Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile practices. Scrum Masters in our organization are servant leaders who can effectively collaborate, facilitate, and influence in a matrixed team environment. Since this team is hybrid will also need to be able to function in tradition PM background and manage projects accordingly. A successful Scrum Master must adeptly navigate complex organizations and be flexible in working with teams that have various levels of Agile maturity. The Scrum Master will work with an Agile Coach and the Agile Delivery Enablement Lead to provide direction towards maturing and optimizing Agile execution within teams. This role will interact closely with Technology and Business stakeholders to educate and ensure business outcomes are achieved.
Major Job Responsibilities
Partner with Product Owner to provide work direction to one or more Agile teams, including backlog management and grooming
Teach the Scrum framework to Technology and Business teams and tailor to the organization as needed
Organize and facilitate sprint planning sessions, daily stand-up meetings, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and other Scrum-related meetings
Track and communicate sprint/release progress via information radiators and team metrics
Remove and/or escalte team roadblocks
Coordinate release schedules, which may involve dependencies across other Agile and Waterfall teams
Guide Agile teams to leverage an Agile mindset and fine‑tune frameworks to increase maturity level
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within teams
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in related field
7+ years of overall experience in technology delivery
5+ years in a Scrum Master role, managing multiple teams
Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, SAFe, etc.)
Superior communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
Agile mindset with expert knowledge of Agile practices (Scrum ceremonies, information radiators, continuous improvement techniques, Kanban, XP, etc.)
Knowledge of Scrum success patterns, common challenges, and techniques to course correct when issues arise
Flexibility to work with Scrum teams in a variety of different contexts, team sizes, organizations, cultures, co‑located vs. distributed, etc.
Experience with Software Development Life Cycle and Release Management
Demonstrated understanding of Project Management concepts, including the ability to manage budgets, create resource plans and forecasts, prepare schedules, identify risks, and prepare mitigation plans
Experience working on mixed methodology program (Scrum interfacing with Waterfall from a dependency perspective)
Experience influencing and managing project teams without formal direct reporting relationships
Experience building relationships with senior leaders, team members, and customers to execute on a common vision and strategy
Ability to be a champion for continuous improvement within Technology and Business teams
Experience with managing backlogs and sprints via an Agile Lifecycle Management tool (JIRA, VersionOne, Rally, etc.)
High-level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project, and SharePoint
Preferred Skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience in scaled Agile programs (SAFe, etc.)
Working knowledge of technical engineering best practices (Test‑Driven Development, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery, DevOps, etc.)
Working knowledge of best practices in Organization Change Management
Previous experience in Utility industry
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & DD for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Atlanta, GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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