Scrum Master Washington, DC, US

CACI International Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 174,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Scrum Master in Washington, DC to facilitate Agile ceremonies, remove impediments, and partner with Product Owners to ensure backlog clarity and value delivery.

You will coach cross-functional teams toward maturity, sustain an effective cadence, and uphold Agile principles in federal cloud modernization efforts. The role requires a US citizenship, a Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of experience, and preferably a CSM or similar certification.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of experience.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile/Scrum certification is desirable.
• Experience supporting Agile delivery in federal programs, cloud modernization, or multi-team ARTs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate development of working software and increments with clear sprint goals.
• Lead all Scrum ceremonies: planning, daily scrums, backlog refinement, reviews, retrospectives.
• Maintain a sustainable Agile cadence, protect timeboxes and disciplined execution.
• Remove impediments and blockers by identifying delays and dependencies.
• Coach the Product Owner and team on backlog health and done criteria.

Skills

Agile & Scrum

Facilitation

Coaching

Communication

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Scrum MasterWashington, DC, USApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobJob ID: 332737Job Title: Scrum MasterJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: NoneType of Travel: None\\* \\* \\***The Opportunity:** The Scrum Master is responsible for facilitating all Agile ceremonies, sustaining a healthy and predictable Agile cadence, and removing impediments that hinder delivery. Operating as a servant leader, this role enables the team to deliver high quality software increments while supporting the Product Owner in promoting backlog clarity, prioritization, and value alignment. The Scrum Master fosters collaboration across cross functional teams, coaching them toward maturity, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role is essential to building high performing Agile teams within federal cloud modernization environments. You will shape delivery flow, support sprint execution, coordinate with Product Owners and technical leads, and guide the team toward sustained excellence. The Scrum Master ensures transparency, supports conflict resolution, reinforces Agile principles, and strengthens alignment between business needs and technical execution. **Responsibilities:*** Agile Facilitation & Delivery Enablement + Facilitate the development of working software and product increments, ensuring team alignment and clarity of sprint goals. + Lead all Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily scrums, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. + Maintain a sustainable Agile cadence, protecting timeboxes and reinforcing disciplined execution.* Continuous Improvement & Flow Optimization + Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging retrospection, feedback loops, and measurable refinements to team processes. + Remove impediments and blockers by proactively identifying delays, bottlenecks, and cross team dependencies.* Backlog Support & Prioritization + Support the Product Owner by promoting backlog health, readiness, and meaningful prioritization. + Coach the team on user story refinement, acceptance criteria clarity, and definition of done compliance.* Team Collaboration & Accountability + Promote collaboration, transparency, and accountability across cross functional teams. + Encourage open communication, conflict resolution, and shared ownership of sprint commitments. + Support the development of high performing teams, reinforcing Agile values such as trust, alignment, and self management. **Qualifications:** *Required:** **U.S. citizenship**.* Bachelor’s degree with **15+ years of experience**.* Strong understanding of **Agile and Scrum methodologies**, including facilitation skills, coaching ability, communication strength, and conflict‐resolution capability.* Exceptional interpersonal communication and the ability to guide teams through iteration planning, delivery alignment, and process stabilization. *Desired:** **Certified Scrum Master (CSM)** or equivalent Agile/Scrum certification.* Experience supporting Agile delivery in federal programs, cloud‐based modernization efforts, or multi‐team Agile Release Trains.* Background in facilitating cross‐functional collaboration, readiness activities, and quality‐focused delivery patterns.-**What You Can Expect:****A culture of integrity.**At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.**An environment of trust.**CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.**A focus on continuous growth.**Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.**Pay Range**:There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.The proposed salary range for this position is:$131,800 - $290,000*CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.*