Engineering Lead/Scrum Master Volunteer

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Company Overview:
The Center for Societal Aspiration (CSA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable populations, including those affected by homelessness, addiction, and poverty. Through our innovative platform, HumanoMaximus.Org, CSA is creating solutions that connect individuals with essential community resources, empowering them to improve their lives. We aim to bridge gaps in access to resources and services through cutting-edge technology, and we are committed to making a lasting social impact.

Position Overview:
CSA is seeking an experienced Engineering Lead/Scrum Master Volunteer to help drive the successful development and implementation of our tech initiatives. This role combines leadership in engineering with Agile Scrum methodology, ensuring the efficient operation of the development team, as well as overseeing the technical direction of our platform. You will manage both the technical aspects of development and the agile process, ensuring projects stay on track, meet objectives, and are delivered in a timely, high-quality manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Development Team:
  Guide a cross-functional engineering team of developers, designers, and other technical specialists, providing direction and mentorship to ensure high performance and collaboration.

• Scrum Master Duties:
  Facilitate all aspects of the Scrum process, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Ensure that the team remains focused and works efficiently within an Agile framework.

• Technical Leadership:
  Oversee the technical development of CSA’s platform, ensuring the design and architecture align with CSA’s goals, standards, and objectives. Provide hands-on guidance in the design, development, and implementation of software.

• Backlog Management:
  Work with stakeholders to prioritize the product backlog and ensure that the most important features are being developed and delivered first. Help break down high-level requirements into actionable user stories.

• Track and Report Progress:
  Monitor the team’s progress and provide clear, consistent updates to leadership and key stakeholders. Identify potential risks and issues early and address them proactively.

• Process Improvement:
  Continuously assess the development process and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, productivity, and team collaboration. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with product owners, designers, and other teams to align on project goals, ensure smooth communication, and drive the successful delivery of features.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience as an Engineering Lead, Technical Lead, or Scrum Master, ideally with a background in Agile methodologies and software development.

• Proficiency in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and project management tools (Jira, Trello, Asana, etc.).

• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, with hands-on experience in coding, system architecture, and design.

• Experience leading and mentoring a diverse team of developers and technical specialists.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a remote, cross-functional team.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to tackling challenges.

• Familiarity with web development technologies and platforms (experience with Wix or similar platforms is a plus).

• A passion for social impact and using technology to create positive change for underserved communities.

Location: Remote
Role Type: Volunteer (Part-time)
Time Commitment: Approximately 8 hours per week, flexible schedule.