Business Analyst/Scrum Master

Highlighttech; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Highlighttech is seeking a Business Analyst/Scrum Master to support a federal customer in Washington, D.C. The role focuses on the development and delivery of a .NET web application, utilizing Agile principles to bridge the development team and stakeholders. The position requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with expertise in Scrum methodologies and business analysis.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business Management and has at least 3 years of relevant experience. Highlighttech promotes diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification with at least 3-year experience.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master and Business Analyst in .NET web application development projects.
• Ability to obtain/maintain public trust.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating and leading Agile ceremonies; promote and uphold Agile principles.
• Collaborate closely with product owners and developers.
• Translate business and user needs into actionable tasks.

Skills

Scrum methodologies

Business analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business Management

Tools

Business analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Highlight is seeking a Business Analyst/Scrum Master to join our new team supporting a federal customer. This person will contribute to the successful development and delivery of a .NET web application with a specific focus on Intelligent Transportation. This role will leverage Agile principles, serving as a bridge between the development team and stakeholders to translate user needs and functional requirements into actionable development tasks.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating and leading Agile ceremonies; promote and uphold Agile principles and practices
• Remove impediments and obstacles from the project
• Elicit, document, and validate user stories, requirements, and use cases to understand the needs of ITS JPO stakeholders
• Translate business and user needs into actionable tasks for the development team, ensuring a clear understanding of project goals
• Collaborate closely with product owners, subject matter experts, and developers to ensure effective and efficient development processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business Management
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification with at least 3-year experience in application
• Expertise in Scrum methodologies, business analysis, and a deep understanding of Intelligent Transportation systems
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master and Business Analyst in .NET web application development projects
• Proven experience with federal agency EPMO practices.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills; strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to obtain/maintain public trust

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics. Our team is dedicated to fostering diversity within our teams to promote creativity, innovation, and teamwork to deliver the best solutions for our customers.