Scrum Master

SciTec, Inc. is a dynamic small business with the mission to deliver advanced sensor data processing technologies and scientific instrumentation capabilities in support of National Security and Defense. We support customers throughout the Department of Defense and U.S. Government in building innovative new tools to deliver unique, world-class data exploitation capabilities.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a cleared scrum master to support programs focusing on low-latency data processing, fusion, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems in Boulder, CO. Our ideal candidate will have a technical background in one or more areas of remote sensing development across system design, software development, and data analytics as well as demonstrated success in team leadership and project management. The successful candidate will lead and manage all scrum activities for two teams of engineers developing products for the U.S. Government.

• Manage each project’s scope and timeline
• Coordinate sprints, retrospective meetings and daily stand-ups
• Coach team members in Agile frameworks
• Facilitate internal communication and effective collaboration
• Work with product owners to handle backlogs and new requests
• Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that occur
• Help teams implement changes effectively
• Ensure deliverables are up to quality standards at the end of each sprint
• Guide development teams to higher scrum maturity
• Help build a productive environment where team members ‘own’ the product and enjoy working on it
• Support PMO, provide education and best practices where needed
• Identify programs risks and plans to mitigate, neutralize or otherwise handle risk to ensure program success
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

The following minimum qualifications are required for the position:

• Bachelor's degree
• Scrum Master Certification and experience with Agile principals
• 5 years’ US Government or industry experience in government contracts
• 3 years’ experience leading software product teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent ability to work within a team, fostering teamwork and trust with both external and internal customers
• Excellent ability to develop and maintain customer relationships based on professionalism, responsiveness and ethical conduct.
• Excellent ability to readily manage rapidly shifting work priorities and multiple task assignments
• Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance
• Detail oriented
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Candidates who have one or more of the following skills will be preferred:

• Hold an active DoD Final SECRET clearance or higher
• Advanced Degree
• Demonstrated systems engineering experience
• Experience with Earned Value

Benefits

As a small business, SciTec, Inc. offers room for growth and a flexible, fast-paced work environment. We work daily to develop one-of-a-kind solutions for challenging national problems. Initiative is expected and encouraged, all employees have the opportunity and flexibility to broaden their technical horizons and our daily work makes an impact on the world around us.

SciTec's office in Boulder, CO provides technically stimulating, impactful work in the shadow of the world-famous Rocky Mountains and the vibrant greater Denver metro area. SciTec encourages collaboration across our offices in Boulder, Colorado Springs, Dayton, Huntsville, and our headquarters in Princeton and provides access to opportunities across the corporate spectrum.

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefit package, including medical/dental/optical, a 401k program with company matching, and an annual profit-sharing program. Salary is dependent on candidate experience and qualifications.

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 3% Fully Vested Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required)
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $79,000- $117,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.