Agile Coach

Experience:

• Minimum 12+ years of software development experience.
• At least 8 years in Agile coaching roles.
• Proven experience coaching for Agile product transformations in large, complex environments.

Certifications:

• Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC, ICP-ATF), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or equivalent credentials.

Technical Proficiency:

• Comprehensive expertise in Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Less.
• Strong systems thinking and ability to navigate complex organizational structures.
• Deep understanding of technical practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps.

Agile Expertise:

• Comprehensive understanding of various Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Less) and their practical applications.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience transitioning teams or organizations from traditional methodologies to Agile frameworks.
• Knowledge of Lean Portfolio Management and product-centric practices.
• Understanding organizational behavior and changing management principles.
• Proven track record of fostering continuous learning and improvement within teams.
• Expertise in metric-driven coaching, leveraging Agile metrics to inform decisions and drive improvements.
• Experience with organizational behavior and change management principles.
• Familiarity with Lean Portfolio Management and product-centric ways of working.
• Passion for mentoring teams on technical excellence, such as test-driven development (TDD) and paired programming.
• Strong emphasis on continuous learning and professional development.