Scrum Master

Job Title: Scrum Master / Technical Project Manager – Data Engineering & Analytics (Government Programs)

Location:

• Eastern Time Zone (Boston, Massachusetts area preferred)
• Hybrid work model (fully remote not preferred)

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract Position

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Scrum Master / Technical Project Manager to lead our Data Engineering and Analytics teams supporting government programs. The ideal candidate will combine strong Agile leadership with technical project management skills, with a particular focus on data analytics, visualization, and public sector compliance. This role is critical for driving successful delivery of data modernization initiatives while ensuring team discipline and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and continuously improve Agile ceremonies (Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives) for data engineering and analytics teams
• Manage sprint capacity and ensure disciplined execution of tasks by engineers
• Oversee data analytics projects involving Tableau dashboards, Snowflake, and data visualization
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including data engineers, Tableau engineers, data analysts, and QA professionals
• Ensure adherence to public sector standards and applicable data security/compliance policies (e.g., HIPAA, FISMA, FedRAMP)
• Track and report on key metrics (velocity, burndown charts, milestone status) to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Serve as a bridge between business owners, technical teams, and leadership to ensure clarity of priorities and outcomes
• Advocate for best practices in data management, data governance, and system interoperability
• Handle challenging client situations with composure and professionalism
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability across teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master, Technical Project Manager, or Agile Project Manager leading data-centric teams
• Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and project management methodologies
• 2 years of experience supporting government programs or working on public sector contracts
• Proficiency with Agile project management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, or similar)
• Familiarity with data-focused projects: data warehousing, analytics, data integrations, reporting platforms
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and business audiences
• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM) preferred; PMP, PMI-ACP, or SAFe certifications are a strong plus
• Must be willing to undergo FBI fingerprinting and background checks (mandatory for Commonwealth projects)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with public health data analytics and government sector projects
• Familiarity with public sector compliance frameworks (HIPAA, FISMA, FedRAMP) and secure data handling practices
• Experience working with government reporting standards or large-scale government data systems
• Understanding of data governance, metadata management, and quality frameworks
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) supporting government workloads
• Experience with Tableau, Snowflake, and data visualization platforms

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on meaningful programs impacting public health and government services
• Collaborative environment that blends innovation with mission-driven public sector work
• Career growth opportunities in government data modernization and Agile delivery
• Competitive compensation

Additional Notes:

• The role is critical for addressing team discipline and client delivery needs
• The project focuses on public health data analytics and modernization initiatives
• Candidates should be prepared to work in a dynamic environment with passionate engineering teams