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INSPYR Solutions · 9 hours ago

Agile Coach

Pensacola, FL

Contract

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$65/hr - $75/hr

8+ years exp

INSPYR Solutions is seeking an Agile Coach to provide subject matter expertise and coaching in Agile methodologies. The role involves training teams, overseeing Agile initiatives, and mentoring cross-functional groups to implement Agile practices effectively across the organization.

Information TechnologyProfessional ServicesStaffing Agency

No H1B

Responsibilities

Subject matter expertise and experience in training and coaching peers with Azure DevOps

Posting and publishing content website, ideally using Adobe Experience Manager

Required - SAFe SPC -Agile Coaching certification

Experience with conducting and facilitating SAFe certified training is desirable

Experience with Product Management transformations

8+ years experience and knowledge with agile techniques, processes, tools that enable the rapid definition, design, build, test and integration of the product or solution

5+ years experience leading Agile initiatives with a proven background in Lean Portfolio Management, software development lifecycle and driving organization through transformational changes

5+ years experience leading Agile training sessions, workshops, ways of working, planning sessions and creating required documentation and material

Extensive expertise with agile frameworks like Scaled Agile, Scrum, Kanban and DevOps

Oversee the coaching and planning of multiple high-performing Agile development teams and large-scale programs across the organization

Teach, lead, and mentor cross-functional business groups to build, sustain, and strengthen Agile values, SAFe and scrum concepts and practices, providing them the necessary tools and guidance to successfully implement across high-impact programs throughout the enterprise

Experience coaching, training, and building software development teams practicing Scrum, Kanban, DevOps and SAFe

Strong emotional intelligence and organizational awareness with ability to challenge organizational norms and influence decisions without formal authority

Provides hands-on coaching to the Agile teams in all aspects including attending ceremonies/events and providing recommendations and feedback to the team throughout the life cycle

Cultivate Agile mindset by demonstrating and teaching values of the Agile Manifesto as well as the technical skills that form part of the underlying principles and methods

Possesses a comprehensive understanding of how each area in Information Services i.e. Architecture, design, development, test, deployment and operations collectively integrate to contribute towards achieving business objectives

Prior experience working with senior executives and proven ability to effectively communicate and influence senior executives in decisions critical to adoption and implementation of Agile practice

Ensure Agile project metrics are being tracked, and monitored for indications of potential problem areas and assist teams in identifying and implementing solutions to address the problem

Keep abreast of industry trends for Agile and best practices for enhancing product execution

Identify and coach Agile evangelists across the organization who can act as informal mentors/peers and continue increasing the maturity across the organization

Excellent interpersonal communication and facilitation skills

Strong interpersonal skills including active listening, coaching, consultation and collaboration

Experience with large-scale software delivery and/or Agile transformation at scale in large enterprise

Qualification

SAFe SPC certificationAzure DevOpsAgile frameworksLean Portfolio ManagementAgile training sessionsProduct Management transformationsEmotional intelligenceInterpersonal communicationActive listeningCollaboration

Required

US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to work in US