This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Agile Transformation Lead/Scrum Master Lead based in United States.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead large-scale agile transformation initiatives across multiple project teams supporting complex technology programs. As a key driver of agile excellence, you will shape delivery frameworks, foster collaboration, and champion continuous improvement practices across diverse development environments. Working closely with stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership, you will ensure agile methodologies are effectively aligned with strategic objectives and measurable outcomes. The position combines coaching, facilitation, and program leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for professionals passionate about organizational agility and team performance. You will play a critical role in scaling agile practices, improving delivery efficiency, and supporting modernization initiatives in both cloud-based and legacy technology ecosystems. This is a highly visible position with significant influence on program success and long-term operational effectiveness.
Accountabilities
- Serve as the primary agile methodology expert, establishing, maintaining, and continuously improving agile frameworks across multiple project teams.
- Lead enterprise-wide agile transformation efforts by promoting Scrum principles, agile best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Mentor and coach Scrum Masters, team leads, and stakeholders to strengthen agile maturity and delivery effectiveness.
- Facilitate program-level agile ceremonies, including planning sessions, retrospectives, roadmap discussions, and cross-team coordination activities.
- Drive alignment among multiple teams to ensure consistent implementation of agile processes and effective collaboration across workstreams.
- Partner with stakeholders to ensure agile delivery practices support mission objectives, strategic priorities, and measurable business outcomes.
- Identify and remove organizational impediments, foster transparency, and encourage a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
- Support both cloud modernization initiatives and legacy system maintenance efforts by ensuring agile practices are appropriately tailored to project needs.
- Monitor agile performance metrics and recommend improvements to optimize team productivity, delivery quality, and stakeholder satisfaction.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or equivalent agile certification.
- Minimum 8 years of experience leading agile teams within federal, government, or commercial environments.
- At least 3 years of experience supporting large-scale, multi-team programs with complex delivery requirements.
- Demonstrated success scaling agile practices across multiple concurrent teams and large cross-functional organizations.
- Strong knowledge of Scrum, Agile frameworks, servant leadership principles, and agile transformation methodologies.
- Experience implementing agile delivery approaches in environments that combine cloud-native development and legacy application support.
- Familiarity with AWS cloud platforms, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing strategies, and modern software delivery concepts.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to mentor Scrum Masters, conduct agile training sessions, and lead program-level planning and retrospective activities.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Opportunity to lead enterprise-scale agile transformation initiatives with significant organizational impact.
- Exposure to cloud modernization, DevOps, and large-scale technology programs.
- Professional development and certification support.
- Collaborative and mission-focused work environment.
- Opportunities for leadership growth and career advancement.
- Flexible work arrangements, subject to program requirements.
- Comprehensive healthcare and wellness offerings.
- Retirement and financial planning benefits where applicable.
- Paid time off and company-recognized holidays.
- Employee assistance and well-being programs.
How Jobgether works:
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