41157BR

Requisition ID:

41157BR

Business Unit:

COR

Job Description:

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior IT Scrum Master to join our Corporate Business Technology Team. At CDM Smith, we see the value of what Artificial Intelligence (AI) can bring to our company, and we are actively adopting and implementing co-pilots and Gen AI technologies to boost productivity across our business. This individual will work with our AI delivery teams to ensure the successful delivery of our AI solutions. An ideal candidate will be a seasoned Agile professional who is a critical thinker, has exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, is proactive, and has experience working with AI/ML teams and guiding them through iterative development cycles.

*This position is hybrid in our Denver, CO office, offering the flexibility for remote work and an in-office presence as required.

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitate scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

• Ensure adherence to Agile best practices and foster an environment of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with the Product Owner to refine, prioritize, and manage the backlog.

• Oversee issue and risk management.

• Ensure the team is well-instructed in Agile methods, understands their individual duties, and is committed to the project.

• Manage cross-functional dependencies and ensure seamless integration across various workstreams.

• Coordinate work, manage dependencies, and resolve obstacles across vendor and internal teams.

• Utilize Agile metrics such as team velocity and burndown charts to measure team performance and drive improvements.

• Collaborate with the delivery team to plan upcoming deployments and coordinate with the Product Owner to communicate these deployments.

• Assist in managing our production support process (monitoring ServiceNow tickets, coordinating fixes with the delivery team, and communicating to end users).

• Provide regular updates to Stakeholders on sprint progress, risks, and deliverables.

• Ensure delivery teams effectively utilize scrum tools and maintain up-to-date cards throughout each sprint.

• Attend various project meetings throughout the day (end user meetings, training sessions, requirements sessions, etc.).

• Identify problem areas and recommend process enhancements for smooth project execution.

• Ensure that the team meets deadlines and achieves the intended goals.

• Prevent scope creep and over commitment by assisting with estimation and creation of subtasks .

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Job Title:

Senior Scrum Master -AI/ML (Hybrid Work)

Group:

COR

Employment Type:

Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.

• 5 years of related experience.

• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or a related specialization.

• Bachelor’s degree in in Software Development, Engineering or a related specialization preferred.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location:

Colorado - Denver

Agency Disclaimer:

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount of Travel Required:

0%

Assignment Category:

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available:

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong Project Management and Leadership skills.

• Independent project ownership and team leadership.

• Proven ability to coaching, motivate, and manage multiple teams.

• Experience working with global teams and managing dependencies.

• Proficient working knowledge in Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.

• Experience leading effective scrum events and tracking metrics.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively across teams and with stakeholders.

• Strong collaboration experience with cross-functional teams including data scientists, AI engineers, business analysts, and stakeholders.

• Ability to bridge technical and non-technical gaps.

• Experience with ServiceNow, JIRA, Rally, or Azure DevOps.

• Basic AI knowledge and AI initiative delivery.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Pay Range Minimum:

$105,955

Pay Range Maximum:

$185,411

Additional Compensation:

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Additional Pay Range Information:

The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills.

Massachusetts Applicants:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.