Scrum Master/project Manager
Summary
Leads Agile teams in Westwood, MA, facilitating ceremonies, removing blockers, and coaching teams on Scrum practices to deliver high-value software increments using tools like Jira.
Description
Essential Functions:
• Lead execution & delivery using Agile framework for single or multiple teams
• Facilitate key agile ceremonies and ensure their efficiency: stand-up, sprint planning, sprint demo, retrospective
• Interact closely with key stakeholders to ensure vision and strategy serve as the teams’ North Star, and support Product Owners / Business Owners in creating, refreshing and grooming the backlog
• Remove impediments to ensure self-organized teams can focus on high-value increments
• Utilize learnings and best practices in furthering the effective use of Agile practices
• Identify opportunities to improve team-level Agile performance; focus teams on customer value, quality and continuous improvement activities
• Encourage teams to self-organize, promote accountability, and deliver high quality results
• Ensure progress toward objectives, KPIs and commitments
• Practice and encourage Agile mindset and behaviors; coach, inspire and mentor teams on Agile principles, values and practices
• Be the Servant Leader for teams and support them in defining roadmaps aligned with business strategy
• Facilitate open communication among team members and stakeholders; promote positive team dynamics to ensure members collaborate and work effectively
Skills
Project management, Scrum, Agile, Agile methodology, User stories, Jira, Stakeholder management
Top Skills Details
Project management,Scrum,Agile,Agile methodology,User stories,Jira
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Flexibility within Agile
Experience Level
Intermediate/senior Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Westwood, MA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Westwood,MA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: 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.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.