Scrum Master

Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day management guidance and direction to scrum teams in the execution of tasks defined in the PWS.
Manage resources and project based on timelines established in the project schedule, and monitor progress
Use proven software development methodologies, including Large Scale Scrum SAFe, VIP and Process Asset Library 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 with client and ensure client’s needs are met within the scope of this project and our contract
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 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.

Qualifications:

10 years of experience supporting software development programs.
Strong experience as a Scrum Master and software development methodologies and proven ability to lead scrum teams in the execution of project tasks and providing monitoring including risk/issues management.
Experience managing scrum teams within VA, specifically working knowledge of VA’s VIP management process and Rational Tool Suite.
Deep understanding of scaled agile development methodologies.
This role is the primary interface with the customer and requires high-level of professionalism; and oral and written communications skills.

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