Technical Project Manager / Scrum Master

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager / Scrum Master to oversee the planning, development, testing, and deployment of software applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing technical projects, leading Agile/Scrum teams, and working with cross-functional stakeholders.

The client is specifically looking for someone with Project Management + Scrum Master experience, along with strong technical writing and diagramming/documentation skills.

Location: Boston, MA
Rate: Open
Job Type: Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.

• Lead and manage software development, QA, and cross-functional technical teams.

• Serve as a Scrum Master, facilitating Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

• Ensure effective communication between project teams, stakeholders, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.

• Monitor project progress and ensure deliverables are completed on time and within budget.

• Manage project scope, schedules, requirements, and change requests.

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, technical documentation, status reports, and other project artifacts.

• Create and maintain technical diagrams, process flows, architecture diagrams, and visual documentation as required.

• Ensure software applications meet quality standards and are thoroughly tested before release.

• Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and senior management.

• Coordinate with multiple teams to resolve issues and remove project blockers.

• Ensure customer and stakeholder expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Several years of experience in Technical Project Management within software development environments.

• Strong experience as a Scrum Master working with Agile teams.

• Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and/or Waterfall methodologies.

• Experience managing cross-functional technical teams and multiple projects.

• Strong technical writing, documentation, and diagramming skills.

• Experience creating process flows, technical diagrams, and project documentation.

• Experience with project management and Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, or Asana.

• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make effective decisions under pressure.
  

Client-Specific Requirement

• Candidates should have strong U.S. professional experience and familiarity with the U.S. work environment.

• Client is not interested in candidates currently based in other country or candidates who have recently relocated to the U.S.

• Local candidates in/around Boston, MA are preferred.