Software Agile Lead Coach

Agile Coach

Description

Mission of the Role:

Key Objectives of this Role:

• Lead and drive the organization-wide Agile transformation initiatives.
• Mentor and guide other Agile coaches and scrum teams.
• Facilitate advanced and strategic Agile ceremonies and workshops.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and senior stakeholders to align Agile practices with business objectives.
• Develop and implement comprehensive Agile transformation strategies.
• Ensure continuous improvement and high performance within all Agile teams.
• Assess and elevate the maturity of Agile practices across the organization.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Organization-wide improvement in Agile maturity and adoption.
• Significant enhancement in team velocity and productivity metrics.
• High satisfaction and engagement scores across Agile teams.
• Timely and successful delivery of high-priority software projects.
• Increased quality of deliverables and positive customer feedback. Key Year One Deliverables:
• Develop and execute organization-wide Agile transformation strategies.
• Lead the coaching and mentoring efforts for Agile coaches and scrum teams.
• Ensure alignment of Agile initiatives with strategic business goals.
• Measure and report the effectiveness of Agile transformation, driving continuous improvement.

Qualification, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business
• 12+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale Agile transformations.
• Extensive experience in project management/scrum roles.
• 7+ years of experience as an Agile coach.
• Advanced Agile certifications (e.g., Agile Certified Professional, Scrum Master, Lean).
• Deep understanding of AUTOSPICE and automotive software development.
• Exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills. Key Behaviors:
• Collaboration: Builds strong interpersonal skills and persuasively presents perspectives to negotiate, gain commitment, and foster collaboration aiming for collective results.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzes information objectively and critically for practical problem solving and identifying viable improvements in a well-rounded manner.
• Resilience: Confidently handles pressure, stays composed in conflicts, and embraces change positively. Actively seeks feedback and handles criticism constructively.
• Result Orientation: Consistently achieves business results by setting and reaching achievable yet ambitious goals. Adheres to quality standards and processes, meets deadlines, and stays focused on team and organizational outcomes.
• Visteon Values and Beliefs: Integrates and visibly demonstrates Visteon values and beliefs in personal actions and decisions, contributing towards a positive work environment and driving the organizational vision.
• Team Leadership: Build high-performing teams with diverse talent by fostering a shared purpose and guiding them toward success. Reporting Structure: Reports to the Director of Agile Transformation or equivalent senior leadership position within the software organization