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SAFe Scrum Master

Winchester, VA · Hybrid

$50 - $66.75/hr

In support of this project, Metaphase is looking for a SAFe Scrum Master with at least (2) two years of relevant experience to be a servant leader for Agile teams operating within Agile Release ...

SAFe Scrum Master

Winchester, VA · On-site

$50 - $66.75/hr

In support of this project, Metaphase is looking for a SAFe Scrum Master with at least (2) two years of relevant experience to be a servant leader for Agile teams operating within Agile Release ...

Scrum Master

Chicago, IL · On-site

$53 - $71/hr

Scrum certification such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or SAFe Scrum Master preferred.

Scrum Master

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$51 - $68/hr

Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and/or SAFe Scrum Master certifications preferred. BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without ...

Scrum Master

Columbus, OH · Hybrid

$49.75 - $66.50/hr

Ensure Scrum practices align with enterprise Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid models). Coach teams on Agile principles, continuous improvement, and selforganization. Partner with ...

Description Remote Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in‐flight ...

Description Remote Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in‐flight ...

Scrum Master

Portland, OR · On-site

$54.75 - $73/hr

- Deep understanding of Agile development frameworks, specifically SAFe, Scrum and Kanban Demonstrated understanding of technology systems and the Technology ecosystem Demonstrated ability to ...

Scrum Master

Columbus, OH · On-site

$49.75 - $66.50/hr

Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives. • Ensure Scrum practices align with enterprise Agile frameworks (SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid models). • Coach teams on ...

Description Remote Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in‐flight ...

Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in-flight, high-velocity environment by ...

Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in-flight, high-velocity environment by ...

Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in-flight, high-velocity environment by ...

Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in-flight, high-velocity environment by ...

Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in-flight, high-velocity environment by ...

Our client seeks an experienced Scrum Master to lead an omnichannel product team operating within a SAFe-based enterprise model. The role will stabilize an in-flight, high-velocity environment by ...

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How much do safe scrum jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for safe scrum 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 is a SAFe Scrum Master?

A SAFe Scrum Master is a professional who facilitates Scrum practices within a team operating in a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment. Unlike a traditional Scrum Master, a SAFe Scrum Master also helps coordinate with other teams, removes impediments, and fosters alignment with larger organizational goals. They play a key role in supporting Agile Release Trains (ARTs), ensuring that teams follow SAFe principles, and guiding continuous improvement. Their responsibilities include facilitating events, coaching team members, and helping teams deliver value efficiently.

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

To thrive as a SAFe Scrum Master, you need a solid understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies, SAFe framework knowledge, and often a SAFe Scrum Master certification. Familiarity with Agile project management tools like Jira, VersionOne, or Rally is commonly required. Strong facilitation, servant leadership, and conflict resolution skills help you guide teams and foster continuous improvement. These competencies are vital to ensuring effective team performance, alignment with organizational goals, and successful delivery of value in scaled Agile environments.

How does a SAFe Scrum Master typically collaborate with Product Owners and Agile Release Train teams?

A SAFe Scrum Master works closely with Product Owners to prioritize backlogs, clarify requirements, and facilitate effective sprint planning. They also coordinate with other Scrum Masters and Agile teams within the Agile Release Train (ART) to ensure alignment on objectives, manage dependencies, and resolve cross-team impediments. This collaboration often involves participating in ART ceremonies, such as PI Planning and System Demos, to ensure transparency and synchronization across teams. Building strong communication channels and fostering a culture of continuous improvement are key aspects of the SAFe Scrum Master’s role.

What is the difference between Safe Scrum vs Scrum Master?

AspectSafe ScrumScrum Master
CertificationsSAFe Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Master (CSM)CSM, PSM
Work EnvironmentLarge-scale Agile teams, enterprise-level projectsSingle team Agile projects, smaller teams
Role FocusFacilitates Agile at the program/enterprise levelFacilitates Scrum processes within a team
Industry UsageUsed in organizations adopting SAFe frameworksCommon in organizations implementing Scrum

Safe Scrum is designed for large-scale Agile implementations using the SAFe framework, focusing on coordinating multiple teams. Scrum Master roles are typically within smaller teams, emphasizing facilitating Scrum processes. While both roles require Scrum certifications, Safe Scrum involves additional enterprise-level responsibilities, making it suitable for larger organizations adopting scaled Agile practices.

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Infographic showing various Safe Scrum job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Full Time, 93% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,688 per year, or $58 per hour.
SAFe Scrum Master

SAFe Scrum Master

MetaPhase Consulting

Winchester, VA • Hybrid

$50 - $66.75/hr

Other

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be! We take the work we do very seriously and do a lot of important mission-focused work for our clients. We are individuals with different passions and strengths who take as much joy in the work we do as from those we work with. Today, we have a team that is invested in creating new solutions that lean forward, challenge the status quo, but also reflect our intimate knowledge of our customers' business. Over the years we have fostered a culture in which we are united by shared values-passion, solidarity, generosity, curiosity, and boldness-and these come alive in the work we do and how we do it.
Together, we know our people are our difference-for our clients and our colleagues.
Are you ready to:
  • Work alongside a dedicated and diverse set of people to offer honest advice and practical guidance to our clients?
  • Learn and grow by taking advantage of every opportunity available to you?
  • Join a company which prides itself on its shared values and inclusive culture?
  • Be the difference and make it happen?
Role Summary
MetaPhase is supporting a federal client undergoing a large-scale Agile transformation from team-level Scrum to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). This effort is focused on improving coordination across multiple development teams across multiple legacy and modernized systems, aligning delivery with enterprise priorities, and increasing the speed and quality of mission-critical system delivery.
In support of this project, Metaphase is looking for a SAFe Scrum Master with at least (2) two years of relevant experience to be a servant leader for Agile teams operating within Agile Release Trains (ARTs), ensuring effective execution of SAFe ceremonies, removal of impediments, and alignment with program-level objectives. The Scrum Master will play a key role in facilitating team performance while contributing to broader SAFe adoption and continuous improvement initiatives.
This position requires experience working in a SAFe environment, supporting cross-team coordination, Program Increment (PI) planning, and scaled delivery across complex, multi-team systems.
What You Will Be Doing
  • Serve as Scrum Master for one or more Agile teams operating within a SAFe Agile Release Train (ART).
  • Facilitate team-level Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Support Program Increment (PI) Planning, including coordination of dependencies, risks, and team commitments.
  • Remove team impediments and escalate risks and issues as needed to ensure continuous delivery.
  • Partner with Product Owners to ensure well-defined user stories, acceptance criteria, and backlog prioritization.
  • Drive adherence to Definition of Done, quality standards, and Agile best practices.
  • Support cross-team coordination through participation in Scrum of Scrums, ART Syncs, and System Demos.
  • Track and report Agile metrics including velocity, burndown, flow metrics, and PI objectives.
  • Coach teams on SAFe principles, Lean-Agile mindset, and continuous improvement practices.
  • Support dependency management and integration across multiple teams and systems.
  • Ensure alignment between team execution and broader program/portfolio priorities.
  • Contribute to SAFe transformation activities, including change management and process improvement initiatives.
What We Need From You (Required)
  • 2+ years of experience serving as a Scrum Master in a SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) environment supporting multiple teams or ARTs.
  • SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) certification from accredited organization.
  • Experience supporting federal government or classified programs.
  • Strong understanding of SAFe principles, Agile methodologies, and Lean-Agile mindset.
  • Experience facilitating PI Planning, Inspect & Adapt workshops, and program-level ceremonies.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cross-team dependencies, risks, and delivery coordination.
  • Experience using Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
  • Ability to coach teams on Agile best practices and drive continuous improvement.
  • Strong communication and facilitation skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience working in complex, fast-paced, mission-driven environments.
  • Ability to track and communicate Agile metrics and team performance.
What Sets You Apart (Preferred)
  • Experience working in cloud-based, microservices, or DevSecOps environments.
  • Experience supporting large-scale Agile transformations from Scrum to SAFe.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevSecOps practices.
  • Experience working with distributed teams and hybrid environments.
Work Location
  • Winchester, VA
Travel
  • Less than 5%; Limited to as needed
Education Level
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related field
Clearance Level
  • Active Top-Secret clearance required with ability to obtain SCI Polygraph
  • (U.S. Citizenship required; NO EXCEPTIONS)
Compensation
  • Compensation decisions are dependent of the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $90,000 - $140,000.
About MetaPhase Consulting
MetaPhase Consulting is different with a purpose - demonstrating a new approach to the industry that puts employees and culture first! We continue to be recognized by industry as one of the fastest growing and most impactful consultancies in the nation, and are aggressively hiring to grow our team:
Fastest Growing
  • Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Company - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
  • Washington Technology Fast 50 Award - 2020, 2021
  • Financial Times America's Fastest Growing Companies - 2021, 2022, 2023
Best Places to Work
  • Washington Post Top Workplaces - 2022, 2023, 2024
  • Washington's Business Journal's Best Places to Work - 2021, 2022
  • Virginia Businesses Best Place to Work - 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
  • Northern Virginia Technology Council Top 100 Technology Firms - 2020
Company & Individual Awards
  • 2021 Washington Business Journal Small Business - CEO of the Year
  • 2021 FedScoop 50 - Industry Leadership Award Nominee
  • 2021, 2023, 2024 Moxie Award Finalist
  • 2022 SECAF Government Contractor Awards ($27.5 to $50 Million in Revenue)
  • 2022 FedScoop Best Bosses Finalist - Brett McLaren
  • 2022 Washington Business Journal 40 under 40 - Brett McLaren
  • 2022 FedHealth IT and G2XChange Women in in Leadership Awards - Beth Angerman
  • 2022 George Mason University Prominent Patriots in Business - Fred Costa
  • 2022 TiE DC Capital ELITE Award
  • 2023, 2024 Elev8 Engage GovCon Finalist
  • 2023 Maryland Tech Council ICON Awards Finalist for Government Contracting Company of the Year: Over $50 Million
  • 2023 Greater Washington Government Contractor of the Year ($25 to $75 million) Awards Finalist
MetaPhase Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other factors protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type: Proposal