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CBTS · 2 weeks ago

Lead Agilist (Only W2)

Cincinnati, OH

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

CBTS is a company that focuses on Agile practices, and they are seeking a Lead Agilist to guide their Agile Squads in applying Scrum values and principles. The role involves coaching team members, facilitating Scrum events, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

Cloud ComputingCloud InfrastructureConsultingInformation TechnologyService Industry

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Solid understanding of the Scrum Framework and principles of agility

Understand of how to build high performing teams that utilize inspect and adapt loops to continuously learn and approve

Understand how to use empirical data collection to benefit team and organization

Critical and creative problem-solving skills

Able to present, teach, mentor, and facilitate at multiple levels of the organization, particularly inside of a team environment

Collaborates with other team members; values team success over individual success

Continuous learning regarding Agile, Scrum, coaching, facilitating, emotional intelligence, team dynamics, listening for self and team

Understanding of all software lifecycle development disciplines - Project Management, Requirements Management, Analysis & Design, Quality Assurance & Testing, Implementation, Deployment, Configuration & Change Management

Working knowledge of a variety of practices that support agility (Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Test Driven Development, Automated Test-Driven Development, etc.)

Working knowledge of other Agile frameworks and ways of working (Kanban, Scrum ban, XP, Mob programming, etc.)

Understanding of priorities and goal setting for teams and organizations in an agile business environment

Leadership skills, specifically leading by example (servant leader) and display behaviors that demonstrate the key mindset shifts associated with becoming agile

Ability to apply multiple approaches to the removal of Agile Squad impediments (e.g. cultural barriers, logistic challenges, coordination w/other Agile Squads and teams), where possible

When needed, escalate Agile Squad impediments to appropriate organizational entities

Facilitate communication, cooperation, and collaboration inside and outside the Agile Squad, including the Agile Center

Works to improve the effectiveness of all roles of the Agile Squad

Shields Agile Squad from external requests and interference to ensure the Agile Squad is fully functional and productive

Fosters self-organization, learning, and growth within the Agile Squad

Builds a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised without fear

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Scrum FrameworkAgile PrinciplesCoaching SkillsContinuous ImprovementTeam DynamicsAgile FrameworksProblem SolvingServant LeadershipRisk ManagementEmotional IntelligenceCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

At least 5 years of full-time business experience

At least 3 years of Scrum experience

Solid understanding of the Scrum Framework and principles of agility

Understand how to build high performing teams that utilize inspect and adapt loops to continuously learn and improve