Scrum Master & Technical Writer

HIRING ASAP!

If interested in more information/direct feedback, please reach out to me directly at ghilson@actalentservices. com and attach your resume and contact information.  Below are some details about the position:

BENEFITS

YES PAY:

$30-34 an hour

SCHEDULE

On site, potential remote flexibility. M-F (8-5 CT)

DURATION

: 3 month contract Role Overview This role serves a dual function: acting as a Scrum Master and Technical Writer for the Live in 45 toolkit, while also leading program management initiatives. The contractor will drive delivery velocity, maintain high‑quality product documentation, and coordinate across multiple teams to support organizational goals. Serve as Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming for cross‑functional teams. Own prioritization and ongoing management of the product backlog in partnership with technical and business stakeholders. Create, maintain, and update high‑quality technical documentation, user guides, and release notes for the Live in 45 toolkit, ensuring clarity for both internal teams and external partners. Lead program management initiatives across the organization to improve operational efficiency. Own reporting and consolidation of program efforts for sr leadership, including internal updates and narrative content suitable for external blogs and marketing use.

MUST HAVES

2+ years of experience in program coordination, operations, or project management (technology or consulting environments preferred). Hands‑on experience managing product and/or operational backlogs using standard Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, similar) Demonstrated operational excellence , including process improvement, backlog triage, and workflow optimization across cross‑functional teams Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and reporting cadences simultaneously. Proven experience with knowledge management, content curation, and process documentation. Experience consolidating data across systems and producing clear, executive‑ready reporting. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment with shifting priorities.

NICE TO HAVES

SAFe Agile Practitioner (or experience in scaled Agile environments) Business process consultant Certified ScrumMaster Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.