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Scrum Master

Boulder, CO ยท On-site

$133K - $157K/yr

Scrum Master Certification and experience with Agile principals * 5+ years' US Government or industry experience in government contracts * 3+ years' experience leading software product teams * Strong ...

Agile Scrum Master

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$54.75 - $73/hr

The Agile Scrum Master supports the System-of-Systems (SoS) Lead Engineer and Lead Capability ... Principal Responsibilities * Agile Facilitation: Organize and lead standard Scrum ceremonies ...

Scrum Master / Agile Coach; Remote

OR ยท Remote

$51.50 - $68.75/hr

Not Required Scrum Master/Agile Coach (P3) Principal Specialist, Business & Program Management Raytheon Digital Technology Digital Business Solutions, Strategy & Operations Team Remote Role ...

Scrum Master / Agile Coach; Remote

Phoenix, AZ ยท Remote

$51.25 - $68.25/hr

Not Required Scrum Master/Agile Coach (P3) Principal Specialist, Business & Program Management Raytheon Digital Technology Digital Business Solutions, Strategy & Operations Team Remote Role ...

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Scrum Master with Security Clearance

Boulder, CO ยท On-site +1

$133K - $157K/yr

Scrum Master Certification and experience with Agile principals * 5+ years' US Government or industry experience in government contracts * 3+ years' experience leading software product teams * Strong ...

Scrum Master Project Manager

Richardson, TX

$49.75 - $66/hr

At least 7 years of experience as Scrum Master * At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation ... At least 4 years of experience in architectural frameworks and design principals * Ability to work ...

Scrum Master Project Manager

Richardson, TX

$49.75 - $66/hr

At least 7 years of experience as Scrum Master * At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation ... At least 4 years of experience in architectural frameworks and design principals * Ability to work ...

... Scrum Master At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation and scheduling At least 4 years of ... principals Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment and client ...

Scrum master /Project Manager

El Segundo, CA

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

... Scrum Master At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation and scheduling At least 4 years of ... principals Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment and client ...

... Scrum Master At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation and scheduling At least 4 years of ... principals Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment and client ...

Scrum master /Project Manager

El Segundo, CA ยท On-site

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

... Scrum Master At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation and scheduling At least 4 years of ... principals Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment and client ...

Scrum Master Project Manager

El Segundo, CA ยท On-site

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

At least 7 years of experience as Scrum Master * At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation ... At least 4 years of experience in architectural frameworks and design principals * Ability to work ...

Scrum master /Project Manager

Richardson, TX ยท On-site

$49.75 - $66/hr

... Scrum Master At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation and scheduling At least 4 years of ... principals Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment and client ...

Scrum Master Project Manager

El Segundo, CA

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

At least 7 years of experience as Scrum Master * At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation ... At least 4 years of experience in architectural frameworks and design principals * Ability to work ...

Scrum master /Project Manager

El Segundo, CA

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

... Scrum Master At least 4 years in project scoping, estimation and scheduling At least 4 years of ... principals Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment and client ...

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How much do principal scrum master jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for principal scrum master in the United States is $58.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49.52 and $66.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Principal Scrum Master, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Principal Scrum Master, you need deep expertise in Agile methodologies, extensive experience leading Scrum teams, and certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM). Familiarity with Agile project management tools like Jira, Confluence, and Kanban boards is typically required. Exceptional facilitation, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities ensure the effective delivery of complex projects, foster high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement across the organization.

What are Principal Scrum Masters?

Principal Scrum Masters are highly experienced professionals who lead and mentor multiple Scrum teams within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that teams follow Agile practices, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, and removing obstacles to team progress. In addition to supporting teams, Principal Scrum Masters often collaborate with leadership to drive organizational Agile transformation and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

What is the difference between Principal Scrum Master vs Scrum Master?

AspectPrincipal Scrum MasterScrum Master
CertificationsCertified ScrumMaster (CSM), Advanced Scrum certifications, Agile certificationsCertified ScrumMaster (CSM), Scrum Alliance certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads multiple teams, strategic planning, mentoringFacilitates team-level Scrum processes, supports Agile teams
Role FocusProgram-level coordination, process improvement, coachingTeam facilitation, removing impediments, ensuring Scrum adherence

The Principal Scrum Master typically operates at a strategic level, overseeing multiple teams and guiding Agile practices across projects. In contrast, a Scrum Master focuses on facilitating individual teams' Scrum processes and supporting their Agile journey. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities, with the Principal Scrum Master playing a more senior, organizational role.

How does a Principal Scrum Master typically support multiple teams and ensure alignment across projects?

A Principal Scrum Master often oversees several agile teams, facilitating collaboration and removing obstacles at a higher organizational level. This role works closely with other Scrum Masters, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure consistent agile practices and alignment of goals across teams. Principal Scrum Masters also mentor less-experienced Scrum Masters, help resolve cross-team dependencies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Their influence extends beyond a single team, fostering a culture of agility and ensuring the success of large-scale projects.
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Infographic showing various Principal Scrum Master job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,688 per year, or $58 per hour.
Scrum Master

Scrum Master

SciTec

Boulder, CO โ€ข On-site

$133K - $157K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security. For over forty-five years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a scrum master to support programs focusing on low-latency data processing, fusion, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems in Boulder, CO. Our ideal candidate will have a technical background in one or more areas of remote sensing development across system design, software development, and data analytics as well as demonstrated success in team leadership and project management. The successful candidate will lead and manage all scrum activities for two teams of engineers developing products for the U.S. Government.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Manage each projectโ€™s scope and timeline
  • Coordinate sprints, retrospective meetings and daily stand-ups
  • Coach team members in Agile frameworks
  • Facilitate internal communication and effective collaboration
  • Work with customers and product owners to handle backlogs and new requests
  • Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that occur
  • Help teams implement changes effectively
  • Ensure deliverables are up to quality standards at the end of each sprint
  • Guide development teams to higher scrum maturity
  • Help build a productive environment where team members โ€˜ownโ€™ the product and enjoy working on it
  • Identify programs risks and plans to mitigate, neutralize or otherwise handle risk to ensure program success
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree, preferred with a STEM or Business focus
  • Scrum Master Certification and experience with Agile principals
  • 5+ yearsโ€™ US Government or industry experience in government contracts
  • 3+ yearsโ€™ experience leading software product teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Excellent ability to work within a team, fostering teamwork and trust with both external and internal customers
  • Excellent ability to develop and maintain customer relationships based on professionalism, responsiveness and ethical conduct
  • Excellent ability to readily manage rapidly shifting work priorities and multiple task assignments
  • Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance
  • Detail oriented
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Candidates who have one or more of the following skills will be preferred:

  • Hold an active DoD Final SECRET clearance or higher
  • Advanced Degree
  • Demonstrated systems engineering experience

*Resumes, Cover Letters, and Applications which are generated by AI will not be considered for employment.

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Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
  • 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
  • 80% company paid Dental insurance
  • 100% company paid Vision insurance
  • 100% company paid Life insurance
  • 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
  • Short-term Disability insurance
  • Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Discretionary Performance Bonus
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
  • Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $133,000- $157,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.


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About SciTec

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Princeton, NJ, US

Year founded

1979