Scrum Master

**Scrum Master****Category:** Project Management**Main location:** United States, Virginia, Fairfax**Position ID:** J1024-0276**Employment Type:** Full Time**Position Description:**CGI is looking for a talented, driven and dynamic Scrum Master who has a passion for solving problems. At CGI, a world-class IT company, you will be involved in a mission critical project working with smart, dedicated people like yourself, building forward looking solutions and making an impact with both internal and client stakeholders. Bring your talents to a company that inspires personal and professional growth and values your ideas.Be part of building one of the largest independent technology and business services firms in the world and become a CGI Partner as we collaborate with our clients to transform the way they work today and enable their path forward. CGIs capabilities and our client engagements will offer you an exciting path for growth.This position is located in our Fairfax, VA office with work performed at client site in Lafayette, LA; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.**Your future duties and responsibilities:**Responsible for facilitating and championing the agile software development process.Maintain a smooth operation of our agile processes and activitiesResponsible for leading daily stand-ups, backlog prioritization meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives and other Agile activitiesResponsible for communicating with the customer and the team, tracking tasks and quality deliverablesWork with team to identify, document, manage risks/issues in a timely manner, coordinate and collaborate with right stakeholders to ensure issues are resolved and closedLead the scrum team in using Agile methodology and scrum practicesExperience with maintaining user documentation in a development operations continuous testing and deployment environmentAdept at refinement, story splitting, estimation, velocity, retrospection, and other Scrum techniquesFacilitate agile ceremonies throughout teams iterationsKnowledge and experience of IT systems, database, operating systems, COTS product, Continuous Integration, Continuous Testing to be able to troubleshoot simple technical/configuration related issues prior to handing it to the development teamContinuously coach teams to higher levels of Scrum Maturity**Required qualifications to be successful in this role:**BA/BS in Business Administration, Computer Science, or an equivalent educationAt least 5 years of previous experience leading and managing agile IT development projectsCertified Scrum Master (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills is necessary to be successful in this roleProficiency in automated project management tools such as Microsoft Project, including financial, and schedule reporting.Advanced proficiency in analytical, organizational, project management, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).Customer- and relationship-focused, process-driven, metric-focused, results-oriented, organized, self-directed.Ability to multi-task and solve problems innovativelyExpertise managing and orchestrating Agile development and O&M teams.Proficient in the use of tools and methods to efficiently manage product releases, sprints, and development cycles.Proactive self-starter demonstrating a positive, willing attitude and excellent oral and written communication skillsExperience with maintaining user documentation in a development operations continuous testing and deployment environmentStrong analytical skills and the ability to pay careful attention to detailSelf-motivatedDesired qualifications/non-essential skills required:Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferredWorking experience in an Azure cloud environmentCGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and license and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $85,800.00 - $168,900.00.CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:Competitive compensationComprehensive insurance optionsMatching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase planPaid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick timePaid parental leaveLearning opportunities and tuition assistanceWellness and Well-being programs#CGIFederalJob##LI-RT1**Skills:**+ Agile Business Analysis+ Delivery Management+ End-to-End Testing**What you can expect from us:****Together, as owners, lets turn meaningful insights into action.**Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, youll reach your full potential becauseYou are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Thats why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our companys strategy and direction.Your work creates value. Youll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.Youll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. Youll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.Come join our teamone of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . 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Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances.CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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