Principal Scrum Master

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Principal Scrum Master in Juno Beach, FL.

Summary

The Principal Scrum Master serves as a senior-level Agile practitioner and transformation leader guiding cross-functional teams through complex enterprise initiatives using both Agile and traditional Waterfall SDLC methodologies. This role combines deep expertise in Scrum frameworks with practical knowledge of structured project management approaches to deliver high-value outcomes across diverse technology portfolios. In this role, you will operate as a strategic advisor coaching teams and leadership on methodology selection, hybrid delivery models, and continuous improvement practices that drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews for multiple high-performing teams. • Coach teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Agile principles, practices, and mindset transformation. • Mentor junior Scrum Masters and Agile practitioners across the organization. • Champion Agile adoption and scaling frameworks, such as SAFe and LeSS ScrumScale, for enterprise-wide initiatives. • Assess project complexity, regulatory requirements, and organizational readiness to determine optimal delivery approach (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid). • Design and implement tailored hybrid frameworks that blend Agile flexibility with Waterfall structure for large-scale programs. • Navigate stage-gate governance processes while maintaining agile team velocity and adaptability. • Bridge communication between agile teams and traditional PMO structures. • Support complex multi-team programs valued at $50M with dependencies across enterprise systems. • Facilitate PI Program Increment planning, value stream mapping, and cross-team synchronization. • Track and report on team health metrics, velocity, burn-down, burn-up charts, and value delivery.

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