Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
We’re looking for a driven Scrum Master / Systems Engineer who thrives at the intersection of agile leadership and hands-on technical excellence. Based in Annapolis Junction, MD, this hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to shape how high-performing engineering teams deliver meaningful, mission-critical solutions.
As a leader and coach, you’ll guide multiple Agile teams within an Agile Release Train (ART), helping them embrace Scrum and Agile best practices while continuously improving how they work. You won’t just facilitate process—you’ll actively contribute your engineering insight to help teams navigate complex technical challenges and design efficient, scalable system solutions.
Lead and coach multiple Agile teams, ensuring strong adoption of Scrum and Agile principles
Facilitate key Agile ceremonies, including team events and Scrum of Scrums
Remove impediments and proactively identify risks that could impact delivery
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and technical craftsmanship
Partner closely with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to align team execution with broader program objectives
Apply your technical background to support sound design decisions and high-quality development practices
In this critical role, you’ll help teams deliver real value—faster and better—by empowering people, improving processes, and strengthening technical outcomes. Your leadership will directly influence product quality, team morale, and program success.
If you’re passionate about Agile leadership, enjoy solving complex technical problems, and want to make a tangible impact, this role offers the chance to do all three.
14+ years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and mission
Proven ability to plan, lead, and execute Systems Engineering efforts
Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
(An additional 5 years of Systems Engineering experience may substitute for a degree)
Active TS/SCI with polygraph required
Strong Lean-Agile and SAFe framework expertise
Demonstrated servant leadership with the ability to influence and coach without formal authority
Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills
Highly developed analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Proven ability to work autonomously, manage multiple teams and priorities, and collaborate across functions
Solid understanding of AWS services and cloud architecture principles
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
For questions about services, capabilities, careers, contracts, or to express a concern, contact us using the link below.
