Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead

Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead | 447387
DETAILS
Location: Plano, TX 75074 (onsite 4-days per week M-TH)
Position Type: Direct-Hire
Hourly / Salary: to $150K + 15% bonus structure

JOB SUMMARY
Vaco Technology is currently seeking an Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead for a Direc-Hire opportunity that is located in Plano, TX 75074 (onsite 4-days per week M-TH). The Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead will guide the Agile transformation by embedding best practices and fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment. The Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead will ensure consistent delivery and clarity in requirements, empowering teams through coaching and standardizing Agile frameworks across the organization.

• Assess Agile Maturation - Tailoring Strategies to Enhance Team Performance / Speed of Delivery


• Standardize / Improve Processes - Requirements Intake / Planning / Refinement


• Facilitate / Mentor Teams - Agile Ceremonies / Framework Adoption (SCRUM / SAFe / Kanban)


• Drive Adoption of Agile Toole - Ensuring Traceability / Visibility Across Workflows


• Coach Leaders / Stakeholders Supporting Agile Delivery / High-Performing Teams

About the Project: This position is responsible for leading the organization's transition from a traditional Waterfall delivery model to a fully defined and scalable Agile environment. The Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead will architect and implement Agile frameworks, including defining team structures, roles, ceremonies, tooling, and delivery processes, within a greenfield context. Initially functioning as a hands-on contributor, the Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead will also play a strategic role in building and scaling Agile capabilities across multiple business units. Over time, they will be responsible for standing up and leading cross-functional Agile teams, hiring key roles to support growth, and managing multiple direct reports. Key priorities in the first 6-12 months include establishing standardized intake and execution processes, enabling product-focused agility, and guiding the organization through the cultural and structural changes necessary for sustained Agile adoption. This role requires strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of Agile and SCRUM frameworks (SAFe, SCRUM-of-SCRUMs, Kanban, etc.), and the ability to effectively interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Certifications (1+ certifications required): CSP (Certified SCRUM Professional) / SPC (SAFe Program Consultant) / ICAgile Certified Professional (ICE-AC / ICP-ACC) / CSM (Certified SCRUM Master)


• Agile Coach / SCRUM Master Lead - Setup Agile Framework/Greenfield / Guide Transition from Traditional Waterfall Methodologies


• Agile Coach - Formal Agile Coaching / Mentoring Project Teams Through Transformations | Strong Team Facilitation / Mentoring / Conflict Resolution | Developing Self-Organizing / Empowered Teams


• Agile Mastery (deep understanding) - Leading Teams in Applying Practices Effectively


• Change Agent - Influencing Culture / Support Agile Leadership / Continuously Improving Delivery Models


• Requirements Management - Facilitating Requirements Gathering / Writing User Stories / Aligning Deliverables with Business Goals


• SCRUM Frameworks (deep understanding) - Implementing Multiple Forms of SCRUM (SCRUM-of-SCRUM / Kanban / SAFe / Nexus, etc.)


• Project Management Tools - JIRA / Confluence / X-Ray / Azure DevOps / Agile Process Automation Tools


• Financial Services / Healthcare Insurance Industry Experience (required)