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We are looking for a knowledgeable and collaborative Agile Coach who can mentor, train, and support our organization through our Agile Transformation. A strong collaborator with exceptional coaching and soft skills who embraces a continuous learning/improvement mindset will be an ideal match for the position. You will be responsible for coaching teams in understanding the value of our organization’s policies on Scrum and Kanban ways of working. We expect our Agile Coach to train, mentor, and support teams in adopting the new processes and educate them on how to work through any cultural and mindset shifts the transformation may cause. Responsibilities Train and Mentor Scrum and Kanban teams to enable the organizational transition to Agile Assist Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Tech Leads with meeting preparation and facilitation towards continuous planning and delivery Assist Scrum Masters in efficient facilitation techniques and ways to develop an environment of continuous improvement Assist Product Owners in crafting a healthy product backlog to enable successful iterative delivery Coaching teams on understanding the principles of an Agile mindset and adopting the organizational methodology rooted in Scrum. Identify relevant metrics and collaborate on defining the measurement system Apply system thinking to uncover bottlenecks Improve engagement between teams and stakeholders Setup regular audits for measuring process adoption and improvements Address team member questions and concerns, and enable a continuous feedback loop Empower team leaders to partner with business stakeholders and make more strategic decisions Cultivate a continuous learning and continuous improvement mindset Instruct and support teams on adoption of the organization’s Agile frameworks(Scrum, Kanban) Requirements Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Communications, Operations, Business, or Technology 2+ years as an Agile Team Coach 5+years related work experience 8+ years of combined business or technology experience within an Agile environment Expertise in Scrum, Kanban, Lean, or SAFe methodologies Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO) Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective documentation and facilitation Collaborator who understands peoples concerns Scrum certifications are a plus Coaching-related certifications are a plus EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178 Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Systems

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