Command the chaos. Coach the crew. Deliver what matters.
Criterion Systems isnât just a tech companyâweâre a team of professionals driven by purpose, collaboration, and excellence. As our new Senior Scrum Master, youâll champion agility across multiple high-impact teams, guiding the process, removing roadblocks, and driving delivery. This is more than scrumâitâs systems-level leadership with real national impact.
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100% Remote (U.S. only)
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Military/Veteran Friendly Company
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National security-aligned mission
đ§ Experience Level: 7+ years | Must be Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
đ What Youâll Own:
⢠Lead multiple cross-functional teams in Agile delivery and cultural adoption
⢠Facilitate all Agile ceremoniesâstandups, retros, planning, and beyond
⢠Assess team health, remove blockers, and resolve conflicts before they escalate
⢠Partner with stakeholders to prioritize backlogs and track Agile KPIs
⢠Present insights to senior leadership and champion transparency
⢠Mentor teams on Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, etc.)
⢠Promote data-driven decision-making through consistent metric tracking
⢠Be the servant leader who gets the job doneâcalm, focused, and clear
đ§ What You Bring to the Table:
⢠U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain a security clearance
⢠Bachelorâs degree or equivalent work experience
⢠7+ years as a Scrum Master in tech environments
⢠Certified Scrum Master (CSM)ârequired
⢠Expertise in SAFe and Agile frameworks (methodology-agnostic mindset)
⢠Strong communication and facilitation skills
⢠Proven experience leading Agile transformations or complex team environments
⢠Bonus if you bring PMP certification
đŻ Youâre a Fit If You:
⢠Are a conflict whisperer and blocker buster
⢠See the big picture but sweat the metrics
⢠Thrive on continuous improvement and cross-team orchestration
⢠Translate Agile theory into real-world action
⢠Know how to present to C-suite without breaking a sweat
đ° Compensation & Perks:
⢠Salary: $135,000â$155,000 (based on experience and impact)
⢠Full Medical, Dental, Vision
⢠Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability
⢠401(k) with company match
⢠Tuition & Training Assistance
⢠Paid Parental Leave, PTO & Holidays
⢠Company-sponsored team events + real growth opportunities
đ Why Itâs a Win for Remote Seekers:
Criterion Systems gives you the autonomy to lead from wherever you work best. Youâll join a mission-driven team with a passion for national-level solutionsâand a culture that celebrates every contribution, every step of the way.
âď¸ Call to Action:
Ready to lead agile transformation from the frontlines of innovation? Apply now and join Criterion Systemsâwhere your leadership drives the mission forward.