Scrum Master

Location: Remote (U.S.)
Clearance: Ability to obtain a Public Trust
Work Authorization: Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

LTS is seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support a large-scale digital modernization initiative with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). In this role, you will help drive Agile best practices and accelerate the delivery of secure, user-centered technology solutions that serve millions of Veterans.

You will work within an Agile Release Train (ART) environment, partnering closely with Product Owners, technical teams, and program leadership to ensure consistent delivery, team alignment, and continuous improvement across complex federal systems. By enabling high-performing Agile teams, you will directly contribute to delivering reliable, user-focused systems that improve access to critical healthcare and benefits services.

What You’ll Do:
• Facilitate and guide one or more Scrum teams in the adoption and effective implementation of the Scrum framework and Agile best practices
• Support Program Increment (PI) Planning and ART-level events in coordination with the Release Train Engineer (RTE)
• Partner with Product Owners and workstream leads to translate epics and user stories into actionable, prioritized backlogs aligned with program objectives
• Promote transparency, communication, and alignment across cross-functional teams including engineers, security specialists, product managers, and government stakeholders
• Track sprint progress, team performance, and delivery metrics; provide regular updates on status, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Identify and remove impediments and blockers, proactively resolving issues to keep teams on track
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives
• Coach and mentor team members and stakeholders in Agile principles, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration
• Advise government personnel and delivery partners on Agile adoption, process standardization, and digital transformation best practices in a federal environment
• Ensure team activities remain aligned with the program’s mission to deliver scalable, sustainable, and impactful digital solutions for Veterans

What We’re Looking For:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Scrum Master or in a similar Agile delivery role
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale digital transformation efforts, preferably within federal or highly regulated environments
• Proven ability to facilitate Scrum ceremonies and coaching teams using Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience removing impediments in complex, fast-paced programs
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills across both technical and non-technical audiences

Nice to Have:
• Experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or other federal civilian agencies
• Familiarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and working within an Agile Release Train (ART)
• Experience working in Public Trust or federal security environments
• Hands-on experience with Agile and project tools such as Jira, Rally, Confluence, or Git-based repositories
• Scrum certifications such as CSM, SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or equivalent

What’s In It for You?
• The Opportunity to support high-visibility federal missions
• A culture that values innovation, growth, and collaboration
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies
• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family
• A career path that rewards ambition and performance

If you’re ready to push boundaries, sharpen your skills, and join a team that is passionate about building what’s next, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and let’s build a future together!