Scrum Master (TS/SCI) {S} (Finance)

ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

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Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Scrum Master to lead multiple scrum teams for our software development program. The Scrum Master will be responsible for managing Agile Ceremonies, (Daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, Retrospective, Sprint Review, PI-Planning) coordinating, prioritizing and scheduling work with Product Owners, and working closely with the Release Train Engineer and other Scrum Masters to ensure Agile best practices are met across the teams. Based on the scope of the position, you may be working with software or systems engineering scrum teams and overseeing scrum for at least two Scrum Teams. Applicant should expect to conduct coordination across the scrum teams and also possess strong organizational skills. This is a non-people management position.

This work requires candidates an active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that's of interest to you.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate all scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, program increment planning, and program increment reviews
• Coach and mentor the development teams on agile principles, Scrum practices
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder progress by implementing opportunities for improvement identified during retrospectives
• Be able to identify opportunities for improvement/efficiency, get buy in across the program, and implement
• Communicate across the scrum to ensure development is synchronized
• Assist in the creation of relevant agile metrics to track progress and identify areas of improvement, in close coordination with the release train engineer

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Work full-time on-site
• Five years of experience working as a Scrum Master in a software development environment
• Proven experience facilitating agile development
• Strong understanding of Scrum principles, practices, and ceremonies
• Track record of mentoring and coaching on agile methodologies
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to resolve impediments and conflicts efficiently and effectively
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence as mechanisms for tracking work and communicating with customers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or other agile certifications
• Experience with government contracts and familiarity with government development processes
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management and the integration of Agile methodologies and EVM tracking
• Experience training teams on agile methodologies
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or at least five years of experience in lieu of a degree

Location: Herndon, VA

Herndon offers a charming blend of small-town ambiance and modern conveniences. In historic Herndon you'll find small town charm while maintaining all the amenities of big city life. The area has beloved farms to explore, historic sites, festivals, local parks, breweries, and some of the best restaurants in the area. Its proximity to Dulles International Airport and the Herndon Metrorail Station provides easy travel to over 400 shops and restaurants in the malls of Tysons or stay on the train and see the monuments and memorials of Washington, DC. Overall, Herndon provides a perfect mix of small-town charm, and big-city amenities complimented with many family local attractions, events, music, restaurants and a great lifestyle!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

ARKA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.