Scrum Master

Contract Professionals, Inc.; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Contract Professionals, Inc. is seeking a Scrum Master in Sterling Heights, MI to facilitate Agile development, coach Scrum teams, and remove obstacles for on-time delivery of vehicle electronic systems.

You will help teams apply Scrum, manage delivery risks, and collaborate with program leadership in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of project development experience.
• At least 2 years of Scrum Master experience.
• Scrum Master certification such as CSM, PSM, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure, or DevSecOps.
• Experience with Agile, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and organizational levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while working within tight deadlines.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.
• Coach Scrum teams on Agile practices, Scrum principles, self-organization, cross-functional collaboration, and effective communication.
• Help teams reach a high-performing level by identifying areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure Scrum is understood and that teams follow established Scrum practices and guidelines.
• Identify and remove team impediments, collaborating with other Scrum Masters and organizational stakeholders to improve team effectiveness.
• Work with Scrum teams, internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders to support decision-making and project or product objectives.
• Work closely with the Product Owner and Release Train Engineer (RTE) on backlog refinement and prioritization.
• Monitor sprint progress, team performance, and delivery metrics.
• Provide clear and concise updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Help maintain project timelines and identify potential risks.
• Support Agile teams primarily working on BAU activities, as well as department initiatives and applicable corporate projects.
• Collaborate with Agile Coaches and other Scrum Masters to continuously develop Scrum and Agile practices.
• Contribute to the advancement and improvement of Agile practices throughout the organization.
• Apply continuous improvement processes and methodologies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Azure

DevSecOps

Job description

Scrum Master

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Employment Type: Contract

Pay Range: $50-$56/hour

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Scrum Master to facilitate Agile development, coach Scrum teams, and remove obstacles to support on-time delivery of vehicle electronic systems. You will help teams apply Scrum principles, improve performance, manage delivery risks, and collaborate with program leadership and stakeholders in a fast-paced engineering environment.

What You Will Do

Facilitate and support Scrum events, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives.

Coach Scrum teams on Agile practices, Scrum principles, self-organization, cross-functional collaboration, and effective communication.

Help teams reach a high-performing level by identifying areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.

Ensure Scrum is understood and that teams follow established Scrum practices and guidelines.

Identify and remove team impediments, collaborating with other Scrum Masters and organizational stakeholders to improve team effectiveness.

Work with Scrum teams, internal stakeholders, and external stakeholders to support decision-making and project or product objectives.

Work closely with the Product Owner and Release Train Engineer (RTE) on backlog refinement and prioritization.

Monitor sprint progress, team performance, and delivery metrics.

Provide clear and concise updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Help maintain project timelines and identify potential risks.

Support Agile teams primarily working on Business as Usual (BAU) activities, as well as department initiatives and applicable corporate projects.

Collaborate with Agile Coaches and other Scrum Masters to continuously develop Scrum and Agile practices.

Contribute to the advancement and improvement of Agile practices throughout the organization.

Apply continuous improvement processes and methodologies.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Table

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

5-7 years of project development experience.

At least 2 years of Scrum Master experience.

Scrum Master certification such as CSM, PSM, or equivalent.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Azure, or DevSecOps.

Experience with Agile, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment concepts.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and organizational levels.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while working within tight deadlines.

Ability to work overtime when required.

What Sets You Apart

Experience working with safety-critical or real-time systems.

Previous experience supporting ground combat vehicle programs.

Experience working in prototype shops, laboratories, manufacturing environments, or engineering offices.

Clearance Requirements

This position may require eligibility to obtain a U.S. Security clearance.

Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Additional Requirements

Ability to climb on and off, work in, and work around military vehicles.

Must be able to pass an ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirement) test for confined-space access.

Why Join CPI?

At Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI), we connect skilled professionals with opportunities where their technical expertise can make an impact. You'll have the support of a recruiting team that understands your career goals and works to match your experience with the right opportunity.