Contractor - Digital (Scrum Master I) at Apex Systems, Inc. in Merrifield, VA

Job#: 2063643

Job Description:

Site: Headquarters (HDQ)

Business Unit: Digital Agile Services (D0003403-Digital Agile Services)

Description: HDQ/GPO & WCC (hybrid)

Top 4 skills:

•Scrum Master Experience in Software Development industry (1 -2 years min)

•Effective Communication

•Adaptability

•Organization

The Scrum Master I work closely with the Product Owner to prioritize and lead delivery of the initiative’s capabilities by removing impediments, facilitating team meetings and events, and fostering an environment for high performance. The Scrum Master assures that the continuous workflow of their team. They advocate, adopt and coach their team on lean, agile and scrum practices.

Participate on projects by applying the Agile mythology with minimal complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment on smaller scaled projects. Basic understanding of business, products, and operating environment; Meet general problem-solving needs and assists project teams with moderate complexities and ambiguities.

Responsibilities:

•Support Agile development methodologies based on iterative development that support the team in Agile/ Scrum methodologies, eliminate impediments, and lead the team in efforts for relentless improvement and heightened efficiency

•Attest technology and service delivery roadmap support the solution strategy and are sustainable to meet the needs of the various solutions being delivered on that product

•Work with the teams to progress team goals, utilizing the current Program Increment (PI) Objectives as Iteration Goals

•Continuously help work through goals, scope, and product backlog items are understood and can be fulfilled by team members

•Cooperate with Product Owner, customers, and developers to identify and clarify scope of problems/issues in terms of business/systems requirements and processes

•Support the team’s efforts to continuously improve communications and relationships with other delivery teams; represent the team in the Scrum of Scrums (SoS), helping the team remain aware of engagement opportunities and program effectiveness

•Engage in challenging the old norms of development to improve performance in the areas of quality, predictability, flow, and velocity

•Support software development teams in applying the Scrum framework

•Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

•At least 3 years of project management experience leading small-scale projects/activities

•CSM and/or PMI-ACP certification

•Experience leading agile development teams and facilitating team meetings in Agile environment

•Applies a Lean-Agile mindset; helps the team embrace Agile core values and adopt and apply agile principles

•Working knowledge of development or operations framework methodologies, including Agile principles

•Strong verbal and visual presentation software skills with the ability to disseminate relevant information

•Proficient in research, analytical, and problem-solving skills

•Effective skill in building strategic and execution–focused plans and alliances with partner leadership

Desired Qualifications and Education Requirements:

•Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

•In-depth knowledge and experience in Banking/Finance/Investments, familiar with terminology, concepts and business processes and systems

•Understanding of the Agile Manifesto

•Knowledge and experience using agile Project Management Tools.

•Familiarity with industry standards and regulations

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.