Project Manager 1 Scrum Master - Hybrid Mechanicsville, VA

Novalink Solutions; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novalink Solutions in Mechanicsville, VA is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support the Tolling (E-ZPASS) delivery team. You will facilitate Agile ceremonies, keep teams aligned, and ensure clear visibility into work progress, risks, and priorities.

The role blends Agile facilitation with hands-on delivery operations, including documentation and cross-team coordination. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of Scrum Master experience, strong knowledge of Agile values, and hands-on experience

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting Agile teams.
• Strong understanding of Agile values and frameworks.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management systems.
• Experience tracking and reporting Agile delivery metrics.
• Ability to investigate issues before escalation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies effectively and consistently.
• Maintain backlogs, work items, and dashboards in Azure DevOps or similar systems.
• Create and refine Azure DevOps cards and supporting documentation.
• Track and report delivery metrics including velocity, burndown, risks, blockers, and project status.
• Document action items, decisions, and status updates.
• Perform appropriate investigation before escalating issues.
• Collaborate regularly with the Development Manager for team alignment.
• Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and proposing ideas.
• Ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting.
• Assist with dependency coordination across teams.

Skills

Scrum Master

Agile frameworks

Delivery metrics

Communication

Issue investigation

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Mechanicsville, United States

• Job Type FT Contract
• Country United States
• Assigned Recruiter(s) Mohammed Nazer
• Number of Positions 1

Job Description

Position Summary

The Scrum Master supports VDOT’s Tolling (E-ZPASS) delivery team by facilitating Agile

ceremonies, maintaining team alignment, and ensuring clear visibility into work progress,

risks, and priorities.

This role blends Agile facilitation with hands‑on delivery operations including

documentation, reporting, DevOps card creation, and cross‑team coordination.

The Scrum Master collaborates regularly with the Development Manager to support

execution, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is adaptable, coachable, proactive, and comfortable shifting between

facilitation, investigation, and operational support.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies effectively and consistently.
• Maintain backlogs, work items, and dashboards in Azure DevOps or similar systems.
• Create and refine Azure DevOps cards and supporting documentation.
• Track and report delivery metrics including velocity, burndown, risks, blockers, and project status.
• Document action items, decisions, and status updates.
• Perform appropriate investigation before escalating issues.
• Collaborate regularly with the Development Manager for team alignment.
• Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities and proposing ideas.
• Ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting.
• Assist with dependency coordination across teams.

Required Skills

• 3–5 years of experience as a Scrum Master supporting Agile teams.
• Strong understanding of Agile values and frameworks.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management systems.
• Experience tracking and reporting Agile delivery metrics.
• Ability to investigate issues before escalation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience in large enterprise or government environments.
• Familiarity with Agile maturity efforts or transformations.

Deliverables & Success Metrics

• Accurate and timely reporting.
• High-quality DevOps card creation and backlog maintenance.
• Clear documentation and action tracking.
• Effective identification and mitigation of risks and blockers.
• Demonstrated contributions to process improvement

Requirements

• Facilitating Scrum ceremonies
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Agile frameworks, values, and team coaching
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Azure DevOps or similar Agile work management system
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Creating and managing work items/user stories/tasks
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Project reporting, metrics, and dashboards
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Documentation & administrative support
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Process improvement & continuous improvement involvement
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Root-cause investigation before escalation
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Cross-team communication & collaboration
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Experience supporting Agile delivery in technical environments
  Required
  3
  Years
  
• Ability to balance Agile facilitation with delivery operations
  Required
  3
  Years