Project Manager - Scrum Master

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CTG is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Scrum Master to lead Agile software development initiatives for our client. This role combines hands-on Scrum leadership with traditional project management responsibilities to deliver enterprise technology solutions on time and within budget.

Location: Piscataway, NJ

Duration: 8 months

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Remove team impediments and protect sprint commitments from scope changes.
• Coach Agile teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Scrum best practices.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and stakeholder communications.
• Track Agile performance metrics including velocity, burndown charts, and sprint health.
• Lead cross-functional teams delivering application development and support projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Scrum Master certification (CSM or PSM).
• 5+ years of Agile project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Scrum, Agile methodologies, and SDLC.
• Experience with CI/CD concepts and modern software development practices.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar Agile tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Banking or Cards industry experience.
• PMP certification.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $40.00 to $45.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.