3 results for Scrum Master in Princeton, NJ

Project Manager Scrum Master

Jersey City, NJ
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
51.4615 - 59.587 USD / Hourly
Key Responsibilities:<ol><li>Agile Leadership & Scrum Master Responsibilities:</li></ol><ul><li>Facilitate all Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives) for Agile teams.</li><li>Coach and mentor development teams on Agile practices, ensuring the adoption and continuous improvement of Agile methodologies.</li><li>Act as a servant leader to remove obstacles and resolve issues that impede the team’s progress.</li><li>Support Product Owners in managing product backlogs and ensuring that work items are clearly defined, prioritized, and understood.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment of Agile projects with business goals and objectives.</li><li>Track and report on team performance, progress, and velocity metrics to ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products.</li></ul><ol><li>Project Management & Program Oversight:</li></ol><ul><li>Manage and oversee multiple Agile projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.</li><li>Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring optimal team productivity and efficiency.</li><li>Support the creation of a Program Management Office (PMO) to standardize and optimize project management processes across the organization.</li><li>Define and implement best practices for project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management to ensure projects are aligned with organizational strategy and business priorities.</li></ul><ol><li>Stakeholder Management & Communication:</li></ol><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, including business leaders, team members, and external partners.</li><li>Ensure effective communication and collaboration between cross-functional teams, fostering a transparent and open work environment.</li><li>Report on project and program status, risks, issues, and achievements to IT Project Manager and to executive leadership and key stakeholders when applicable.</li><li>Conduct regular project reviews to ensure alignment with business objectives and adjust project scope as necessary.</li></ul><ol><li>Continuous Improvement & Best Practice Implementation:</li></ol><ul><li>Drive a culture of continuous improvement within teams and across the organization by identifying areas for process improvement and implementing solutions.</li><li>Champion the use of Agile tools and techniques to improve workflow, increase efficiency, and enhance team performance.</li><li>Establish and maintain a robust feedback loop with all teams to gather insights and optimize workflows.</li></ul><ol><li>PMO Establishment & Governance:</li></ol><ul><li>Support the design and implementation of the PMO, establishing frameworks, processes, and guidelines for efficient project delivery.</li><li>Create standardized templates, workflows, and reporting structures to ensure consistent project execution.</li><li>Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess project health and program success.</li><li>Align PMO goals with organizational objectives, ensuring that projects support the overall strategic direction of the business.</li></ul>
2026-03-19T00:00:00Z

Scrum Master II (Contractor)

Philadelphia, PA
onsite
Temporary
34 - 38 USD / Hourly
Scrum Master II Pay: Available on W2Type: Contract / TemporaryLocation: Hybrid Philadelphia, PA Start Date: ASAPDuration: 44 Weeks, Possible ExtensionOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Scrum Master II to serve as a servant leader for Agile Scrum teams. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience operating as a dedicated Scrum Master within a true Agile environment and is passionate about driving team effectiveness, fostering continuous improvement, and enabling high‑quality product delivery.Candidates with experience supporting consumer-facing applications, enterprise websites, retail, or business services environments are strongly preferred.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Serve as a servant leader accountable for helping Scrum teams achieve maximum effectiveness.</li><li>Coach team members in Agile best practices, self‑organization, and cross‑functional collaboration.</li><li>Guide the team to focus on delivering high‑value increments that meet the Definition of Done.</li><li>Identify, track, and help remove impediments that may impact team progress.</li><li>Ensure all Scrum ceremonies occur regularly and are productive, engaging, and outcome‑driven (Daily Standup, Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Retrospective).</li><li>Collaborate with team members, product stakeholders, and cross‑functional partners to support informed decision‑making and organizational goals.</li><li>Assess team and organizational Scrum maturity; provide coaching to elevate practices at a sustainable pace.</li><li>Facilitate progress without assigning or dictating work; empower the team to self‑manage.</li><li>Support healthy discussion, conflict resolution, and consensus-building within the team.</li><li>Enhance transparency through effective communication, reporting, and information radiators.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives and encourage experimentation while ensuring Agile values are upheld.</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Technical Project Manager (Agile, Scrum) IV

Philadelphia, PA
onsite
Temporary
80 - 90 USD / Hourly
Role OverviewThe Technical Project Manager IV supports internal engineering groups, primarily teams involved in construction‑focused engineering tools. This role partners closely with development teams and cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver technical programs end‑to‑end. The TPM will oversee 5–6 scrum teams simultaneously (no direct people management), drive execution, and maintain accountability across multiple workstreams.This opening is to replace a resource who struggled with leadership presence and forward‑facing communication. The role requires strong camera presence, confidence, and the ability to lead discussions and maintain momentum. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate technical implementation and deployment of software programs across multiple engineering teams.</li><li>Create and manage detailed project plans with interdependencies across teams and systems.</li><li>Track development progress through production deployment and ensure delivery milestones are met.</li><li>Facilitate Agile ceremonies, monitor sprint performance, and drive cross‑team alignment.</li><li>Maintain project artifacts, requirements documentation, dashboards, and status updates.</li><li>Provide clear communication to engineers, stakeholders, and leadership, including executive‑level reporting.</li><li>Navigate competing priorities, negotiate realistic timelines, and remove blockers to maintain delivery velocity.</li><li>Support operational excellence and continuous improvement across the technical organization.</li></ul>
2026-03-17T00:00:00Z