Agile Product Coach

ALTA IT Services, LLC; Ashburn (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Product Transformation Coach to drive Agile transformation across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Agile methodologies, coaching, and leading teams. This remote position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence without formal authority. You will be responsible for mentoring cross-functional groups and ensuring successful Agile implementation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience leading Agile initiatives.
• Experience coaching senior executives and software development teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead coaching and planning of multiple high-performing Agile teams.
• Provide hands-on coaching to senior leadership and Agile teams.

Skills

Agile

Coaching

Communication

Leadership

Education

SAFe SPC certification

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

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Product Transformation Coach

Location: Remote

Pay Rate: Open to Both C2C and W2 options

Position Type: Multiyear Contract

Responsibilities:

• SPC 6 Certification
• Product transformation background preferred
• 10+ years experience leading Agile initiatives with a proven background in software development lifecycle and driving organization through agile transformation at all levels of the organization.
• 10+ years experience leading Agile training sessions, workshops, ways of working, planning sessions, and creating required documentation and material.
• 10+ years experience and knowledge with agile techniques, processes, tools that enable rapid definition, design, build, test, and integration of the product or solution.
• Experience standing up multiple Agile Release Trains leveraging product management principles.
• SAFe SPC certification required, with additional agile and project management certifications that provide a well-rounded view of expertise.
• Lean Six Sigma certification a plus, with experience identifying waste and opportunities to improve efficiencies.
• Experience functioning as an RTE, Scrum Master, Project Manager/Program Manager, or Product Manager, with the ability to operate in a multi-methodology environment.
• Lead coaching and planning of multiple high-performing Agile development teams and large-scale programs.
• Coach, train, and mentor cross-functional business groups to build, sustain, and strengthen Agile values, SAFe, and Scrum practices, providing tools and guidance for successful implementation.
• Experience coaching senior executives and software development teams practicing Scrum, Kanban, DevOps, and SAFe.
• Strong emotional intelligence and organizational awareness, with the ability to challenge norms and influence decisions without formal authority.
• Provide hands-on coaching to senior leadership and Agile teams, including attending ceremonies and providing feedback throughout the project lifecycle.
• Extensive experience with agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, preferably Jira and Azure DevOps.
• Understanding of how various areas in Information Services (architecture, design, development, test, deployment, operations) integrate to achieve business objectives.
• Proven ability to communicate and influence senior executives on Agile adoption and implementation.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices for Agile and product execution.
• Identify and coach Agile evangelists to increase organizational maturity.
• Excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and actively listen to individuals across facets.
• Experience with large-scale software delivery and Agile transformation in enterprise environments.
• Experience with SDLC in hybrid organizations.

Additional Information:

• Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
• Senior level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting