Senior Scrum Master / Project Manager (Healthcare & PBM)

Role Overview

This position is for an experienced Senior Scrum Master / Project Manager who can guide complex programs in the healthcare and Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) space. The role combines Agile leadership with hands-on project management to keep delivery on track, reduce risk, and maintain strong alignment across stakeholders.

The right person will bring a confident leadership style, strong communication ability, and a results-driven approach. Success in this role depends on building accountability, coordinating across business and technology teams, and consistently pushing initiatives toward completion.

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as Scrum Master for Agile teams while also applying solid project management discipline to strategic initiatives.
• Own planning, execution, progress tracking, and reporting across several workstreams.
• Spot risks, issues, and interdependencies early and take action to reduce project impact.
• Run Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.
• Work closely with business, technology, and operations partners to keep priorities, deliverables, and timelines aligned.
• Build a culture of ownership and make sure follow-up actions are completed.
• Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders at different levels of the organization.
• Track project status, clear roadblocks, and help teams meet delivery goals.
• Prepare and maintain project documents, status updates, and executive-level summaries.
• Encourage continuous improvement and Agile best practices while staying focused on practical delivery outcomes.

Required Background

• 5 to 10 years of experience in Scrum Master, Project Manager, or blended Agile delivery leadership roles.
• Hands-on experience in healthcare and/or PBM environments is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of Agile delivery methods, Scrum practices, and project management fundamentals.
• Proven record of identifying risks, resolving issues, and delivering projects successfully.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to lead with presence and influence stakeholders without direct reporting authority.
• Well-developed skills in organization, facilitation, and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience working in matrixed, cross-functional environments.

Preferred Experience

• Background in large-scale healthcare technology, operational, or transformation programs.
• Relevant credentials such as Scrum Master, PMP, SAFe, or similar Agile certifications.
• A clear track record of progressive growth in scope and responsibility.
• Ability to balance Agile coaching with practical project execution and delivery management.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Comfortable leading important discussions and guiding decisions with executive-level confidence.
• Persistent, dependable, and committed to following issues through to resolution.
• Transparent communicator who keeps stakeholders well informed.
• Able to handle obstacles effectively and drive mitigation efforts to closure.
• Brings together technical understanding, business judgment, and strong interpersonal skills to produce results.

Work Authorization and Engagement Terms

This opportunity is remote and available only on a W2 basis. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders.