Intermediate Scrum Master to join the digital twin development team- ensuring Agile methodologies enhance project delivery

S.i. Systems client is looking for an Intermediate Scrum Master to join the digital twin development team- ensuring Agile methodologies enhance project delivery

12 month contract to start. Hybrid model, 3 days' onsite in Richmond, BC.

You will join the Digital Twin development team within the Innovation and Technology Group (ITG). The Digital Twin is a critical application supporting the clients' operational needs, providing real-time data visualization and simulation to improve decision-making and passenger experience. The Scrum Master will collaborate closely with a Project Manager and Product Owner, ensuring Agile methodologies enhance project delivery without duplicating traditional project management responsibilities. This role requires an Agile leader who can drive high-performing teams, optimize workflows, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Must Haves:

• 5+ years direct hands-on experience in Agile environments, with at least 4+ years coaching Agile teams.
• 2+ years’ experience in cloud-based software delivery (Azure, AWS, or GCP preferred).
• Strong experience in DevOps environments, understanding CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure as code.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), PSM, or equivalent (e.g., CSPO, PMI-ACP, SAFe Scrum Master, CDAP, CLP).
• Strong facilitation skills for Agile ceremonies, backlog grooming, and sprint planning.
• Experience working at the enterprise level in highly integrated and complex environments.
• Ability to interpret and apply Agile metrics to optimize performance and inform decision-making.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM fields.

Nice to haves:

• Experience in aviation, transportation, or real-time data systems
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud-edge computing architectures

Responsibilities:

• Lead, guide, and coach Agile teams through the development lifecycle to deliver high-impact, operational solutions.
• Ensure teams adopt Agile best practices (Scrum, Kanban, or hybrid approaches) that minimize overhead, improve collaboration, and maximize delivery value.
• Promote an outcomes-driven approach, leveraging automation, data analytics, and emerging technologies to optimize team efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, UX designers, and data scientists, to ensure seamless integration with YVR's technology ecosystem.
• Drive continuous improvement by incorporating learning from sprint reviews and retrospectives into actionable enhancements.
• Act as a servant leader, removing impediments, fostering a growth mindset, and ensuring teams stay motivated and engaged.
• Ensure stakeholders actively participate in Agile ceremonies, providing data-driven insights to measure team performance, solution stability, and overall productivity.
• Provide real-time reporting and Agile metrics, enabling better decision-making at the program and executive level.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., CBSA, airlines, NAV CANADA) to align development with YVR’s broader operational strategies.
• Drive agility at scale, identifying opportunities to apply SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks where beneficial.
• Represent ITG with external stakeholders and agencies as required.
• Stay informed of emerging trends and technologies, ensuring YVR's Digital Twin solutions remain at the forefront of innovation.
• Perform other related duties, ad hoc assignments, and contribute to special projects as needed.