Agile Transformation Coach
Listed on 2026-08-05
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IT/Tech
Scrum Master, Change Management, IT Project Manager, IT Consultant
Agile Transformation Coach
As an Agile Transformation Coach for a Randstad client in Washington, D.C., you will play a pivotal role in leading large-scale Agile transformation initiatives with a focus on SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodologies. This position requires an active Scaled Agile Program Consultant (SPC) 6 certification and significant experience in coaching, mentoring, and training teams and leadership in Lean-Agile principles. The successful candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to drive end-to-end Agile adoption, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Expertise in Agile transformation strategies, agile tooling administration, and developing metrics to track Agile maturity is essential for success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver and certify SAFe 6 courses using SAFe
- Collaborate across various roles (SA, SP, RTE, SSM, etc.)
- Collaborate with leadership to institute OKR frameworks to measure progress and effectiveness
- Drive the adoption of Lean-Agile ways of working with SAFe as a cornerstone
- Advise on operating models and transformation governance
- Conduct Agility Health maturity assessments and recommend strategies for improvement
- Coach and mentor leadership, teams, and individuals on their roles within SAFe
- Facilitate and coach LPM (Lean Portfolio Management) and ART (Agile Release Train) events
- Support Agile tooling strategy and adoption, including SAFe for Enterprise, Jira, and Agility Health
- Identify and coach Agile champions within functional areas to serve as local mentors
- Develop and deliver Lean-Agile training materials for teams and new talent onboarding
- Lead the launch and maturation of Communities of Practice within the organization
- Identify and resolve recurring issues and bottlenecks impacting Agile transformation
- Guide the organization through change, removing impediments that limit productivity and quality
- Track Agile adoption and maturity through the development of relevant metrics
- Foster an environment that values autonomy, transparency, and continuous learning
- Promote Lean thinking principles, including reducing cycle times, limiting work in progress, and identifying inefficiencies
Requirements:
- SAFe 6 Program Consultant (SPC) Certification & Enablements
- 6+ years of experience coaching Agile teams
- Minimum 5 years in engineering, IT, or related fields
- Experience leading Agile portfolios and transitioning from Waterfall to Agile in complex environments
- Familiarity with Agile tooling (Jira, Confluence, Agility Health, SAFe Enterprise)
- Strong communication and facilitation skills
- Ability to travel quarterly for PI Planning events along the Northeast corridor
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