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Description SAIC is seeking a talented and motivated Principal Software Engineer to support ... Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification. * Experience with DoD VLF message processing systems.

Your Role As a Principal Software Engineer , you will be a key technical contributor supporting the ... Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification. * Experience with DoD VLF message processing systems.

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As of Jun 13, 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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Principal Software Engineer (Scrum Master) - Electrophysiology

Principal Software Engineer (Scrum Master) - Electrophysiology

Boston Scientific

Cambridge, MA • Hybrid

$148K - $199K/yr

Other

Posted 9 days ago


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 518 rated manufacturers


Job description

Additional Location(s):  N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.           

About the Role:

We are looking for a software engineer with a strong experience with agile methodologies to join our exciting and fast-paced development team.  This dual role of software engineer and scrum master provides leadership with the team but also an opportunity to be hands on software development.

The Opal Mapping system centers around a real-time virtual world of the human heart. As a physician probes the heart with a catheter, the system generates an accurate anatomical model of the chamber. High-performance rendering and algorithmic techniques are vital to creating a stunning view and providing the physician with instant feedback.

Our tools include C++, OpenGL, GLSL, OpenCL, Qt, and Linux.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize and facilitate all scrum ceremonies, including daily Stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Architect, design, develop and release innovative high performance medical device software.
  • Provide technical leadership to the team in software architecture and best in class software development methodologies and practices.
  • Solve difficult problems and always strive to make things better and achieve engineering excellence.
  • Partner with other teams including marketing, systems engineering, QA, hardware and regulatory to understand requirements and bring the best solutions forward.

Requirements:

  • Certified Scrum Master with previous experience in a scrum master role
  • A strong CS background, preferably BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with having delivered successful mission critical products.
  • Expertise in C++, Linux, networking and cyber-security.
  • Strong experience in systems development.
  • Strong in solving complex problems and demonstrated ability to adapt, proactive and a positive influence to the rest of the team.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt to the target audience.
  • Expertise in developing software using Scrum methodology.
  • In all actions, demonstrates a primary commitment to patient safety and product quality by maintaining compliance to the Quality Policy and all other documented quality processes and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong experience with architecting, designing and implementing medical device software.
  • Experience writing SW for embedded systems that interface with sensors.
  • Strong experience with development of network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, OpenSSL) and cybersecurity.

Working Conditions
Hybrid Work Mode
Travel 0-10%

About our product Opal Mapping System:

http://www.bostonscientific.com/en-US/medical-specialties/electrophysiology/cardiac-mapping-system.html

Requisition ID: 623441 

Minimum Salary: $ 106800 

Maximum Salary: $ 202900 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com-will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance test requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a prohibited substance test as a requirement.  The goal of the prohibited substance testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.  


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