Lead Agile Coach

Accenture • Eglin Air Force Base, FL

394d • $108,400 - $203,400

About The Position

The Lead Agile Coach at Accenture Federal Services is responsible for spearheading an Agile transformation across multiple teams, guiding them in the implementation of Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban. This role involves collaborating with leadership to develop strategies, facilitating Agile events, and enhancing team performance through training and coaching. The position is pivotal in ensuring that Agile practices are followed and that teams are aligned with project goals, ultimately driving positive change within the organization.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ year of experience working in an Agile environment, preferably in a role supporting Scrum teams
• Minimum 3+ year of facilitating meetings and workshops, and articulating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Relevant Associates or Bachelor's Degree, or supporting certifications and relevant job or military experience of 4 years in lieu of degree

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Agile coaching, including Certified Agile Coach (CAC) or Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP)
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
• Experience with Agile scaling frameworks (SAFe, LeSS, Scrum @ Scale)
• Experience with implementing Atlassian digital tools (Jira & Confluence) in a manner that supports a scaled Agile transformation
• An in-depth understanding of the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) framework, and experience in integrating OKRs into Agile planning cycles
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks, including ITIL
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex problems into actionable requirements
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (Sec+, CISSP, CASP, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and advise leadership on the development of the Agile transformation strategy and provide feedback and recommendations to ensure completion of strategic goals as required
• Facilitate both team-level and scaled Agile events including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retrospectives
• Collaborate with teams to identify and remove impediments, and to improve overall team performance
• Develop and implement Agile training and coaching plans to improve team knowledge and skills
• Work with teams to establish and maintain Agile metrics, including velocity, and burn-down charts
• Leverage expertise in Atlassian digital tools (Jira & Confluence) to make work visible and enhance transparency across the enterprise
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives
• Ensure teams are following best practices and industry standards for Agile development
• Lead and coordinate Agile coaching efforts across multiple teams and programs
• Collaborate with other Agile coaches to share knowledge and best practices

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Diversity and inclusion programs
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees