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Senior Scrum Master

Northrop Grumman

Senior Scrum Master

full-timePosted: Aug 3, 2026Updated: Sep 2, 2026United Kingdom-Manchester

Job Description

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeSenior Scrum MasterLocation: ManchesterSalary: £50,000 - £70,000Clearance: You must hold the highest level of UK Government Security Clearance What’s Your Possible?At Northrop Grumman UK, you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most – solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It’s what we call Defining Possible.This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions. It underpins how we develop our people, support career growth, and create meaningful impact for the communities and nation we serve.The OpportunityThis is more than just a job. It’s a mission.As a Senior Scrum Master / Agile Coach, you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of software solutions that protect the UK’s national security. Working within highly collaborative, Agile delivery teams, you will enable the development of applications that collect, analyse and present complex data, empowering our customers to make informed, time‑critical decisions.You’ll operate as a servant‑leader, coach and facilitator, helping teams continuously improve how they work while fostering an environment of trust, learning and high performance. It’s an opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology, alongside talented professionals, on challenges that genuinely matter.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a servant‑leader, supporting Agile teams in the day‑to‑day operation of Lean‑Agile practicesFacilitate team‑of‑teams events such as Program Increment Planning, and support roadmap development to achieve shared objectivesIdentify, surface and help remove impediments to team progress and deliveryLead the identification of training and development needs for teams and individualsImprove team and individual performance through coaching, mentoring and facilitationProvide Agile coaching, advisory support and assurance across multiple teams where requiredWhat You’ll BringPractical experience applying servant‑leadership within Agile delivery teamsStrong knowledge of Agile principles, practices and frameworks, particularly ScrumExcellent facilitation, communication and organisational skillsAn advanced Scrum Master certification such as PSM II or III, or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM)Experience in Agile Coaching, or relevant qualifications such as ICP‑ATF, ICP‑ACC or ICE‑ACWe know that not everyone will meet every requirement. If this role excites you and you feel you can make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.Security ClearanceDue to the nature of our work, you must be a UK national to be eligible for this role.You must hold the highest level of UK Government security clearance.Our recruitment team will guide you through the clearance process and are happy to answer questions at talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.Your BenefitsFlexible and hybrid working options, including compressed working patternsPrivate healthcare, dental cover, life assurance and pensionFlexible benefits package, including cash health plans and critical illness coverHoliday buy and sell optionsCareer development, training and professional accreditation supportAnnual performance‑related incentive programmeWhy Join Northrop Grumman UK?A Mission to Believe InEvery day, our work contributes to a safer, more secure and more connected world.A Place to Belong and ThriveWe value diversity of thought, background and experience. Every voice matters, and we foster inclusive, respectful environments where people can do their best work.Your Career, Your WayShape your career through varied opportunities, mentoring and continuous development, supported by leaders who are invested in your growth.Ready to Apply?Yes – Submit your application online and one of our expert recruiters will be in touch regarding next steps.Possibly – Reach out to our team for an informal conversation at talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com.Not this role? Explore other opportunities with Northrop Grumman UK – we’re growing across the country.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

Locations

  • United Kingdom-Manchester

Skills Required

  • Agile principlesintermediate
  • Agile Coachingintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Practical experience applying servant‑leadership within Agile delivery teams (experience)
  • Strong knowledge of Agile principles, practices and frameworks, particularly Scrum (experience)
  • Excellent facilitation, communication and organisational skills (experience)
  • An advanced Scrum Master certification such as PSM II or III, or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) (degree in iii)
  • Experience in Agile Coaching, or relevant qualifications such as ICP‑ATF, ICP‑ACC or ICE‑AC (experience)
  • Practical experience applying servant‑leadership within Agile delivery teams (experience)
  • Strong knowledge of Agile principles, practices and frameworks, particularly Scrum (experience)
  • Excellent facilitation, communication and organisational skills (experience)
  • An advanced Scrum Master certification such as PSM II or III, or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) (degree in iii)
  • Experience in Agile Coaching, or relevant qualifications such as ICP‑ATF, ICP‑ACC or ICE‑AC (experience)
  • We know that not everyone will meet every requirement. If this role excites you and you feel you can make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Act as a servant‑leader, supporting Agile teams in the day‑to‑day operation of Lean‑Agile practices
  • Facilitate team‑of‑teams events such as Program Increment Planning, and support roadmap development to achieve shared objectives
  • Identify, surface and help remove impediments to team progress and delivery
  • Lead the identification of training and development needs for teams and individuals
  • Improve team and individual performance through coaching, mentoring and facilitation
  • Provide Agile coaching, advisory support and assurance across multiple teams where required
  • Act as a servant‑leader, supporting Agile teams in the day‑to‑day operation of Lean‑Agile practices
  • Facilitate team‑of‑teams events such as Program Increment Planning, and support roadmap development to achieve shared objectives
  • Identify, surface and help remove impediments to team progress and delivery
  • Lead the identification of training and development needs for teams and individuals
  • Improve team and individual performance through coaching, mentoring and facilitation
  • Provide Agile coaching, advisory support and assurance across multiple teams where required

Benefits

  • general: Flexible and hybrid working options, including compressed working patterns
  • general: Private healthcare, dental cover, life assurance and pension
  • general: Flexible benefits package, including cash health plans and critical illness cover
  • general: Holiday buy and sell options
  • general: Career development, training and professional accreditation support
  • general: Annual performance‑related incentive programme
  • general: Flexible and hybrid working options, including compressed working patterns
  • general: Private healthcare, dental cover, life assurance and pension
  • general: Flexible benefits package, including cash health plans and critical illness cover
  • general: Holiday buy and sell options
  • general: Career development, training and professional accreditation support
  • general: Annual performance‑related incentive programme

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