ApTask
Agile Coach Project Manager
ApTask, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087
About Client:The Client is a leading global IT services and consulting company, providing a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including banking, financial services, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and more. It is one of the largest employers in the IT industry and has a vast and diverse workforce. The company places a strong emphasis on employee training and development. Client is known for its commitment to innovation and invests in research and development to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.It offers a comprehensive set of services, including:IT Services: Application development, maintenance, and testing.Consulting: Business consulting, IT strategy, and digital transformation.Business Process Outsourcing (BPO): Outsourcing of business processes to improve efficiency.Enterprise Solutions: Implementation and support of enterprise-level software solutions. Digital Services: Services related to digital technologies, such as analytics, cloud, and IoT.
Salary Range: $130K-$135K/Annum
Job Description:Responsibilities:Work with project teams to analyze current systems and processes and design a long-term strategy for adopting agile best practices across the business, helping project teams deliver better products in a faster, more efficient manner.Coach senior managers in agile practices to ensure adoption of best practices from the top down. Help them adopt agile principles in their leadership style, essential for sustaining agile transformation at all levels of the organization.Lead agile workshops for developer and functional teams, as well as for key stakeholdersCommunicate agile principles, scrum practices, and overall operating model across the organizationDrive cultural change by championing an agile mindset, and ensure the organization is adhering to industry best practices.Champion the use of metrics and other objective measures by teamsUndertake daily follow-ups with individual team members to ensure projects are on track and goals are being metMaintain objectivity regarding issues and how to troubleshoot them by applying agile principlesHold stand-up meetings with cross-functional teams to review project statusSupport teams in determining resource allocations to maintain agile practices and ensure smooth project deliveryRequired skills and qualifications:
5+ years of experience as agile coachExperience in using scrum, kanban, and scaled agile framework (SAFe). Track record of implementing agile techniques in different work cultures and environmentsExperience in running agile projects of varying size and complexity. Strong skills for leading, educating, and coachingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred skills and qualifications:
Certification as agile coach or scrum masterExperience in coaching at large organizations or Fortune 500 companiesEducational background in computer science.
About ApTask:ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com
Salary Range: $130K-$135K/Annum
Job Description:Responsibilities:Work with project teams to analyze current systems and processes and design a long-term strategy for adopting agile best practices across the business, helping project teams deliver better products in a faster, more efficient manner.Coach senior managers in agile practices to ensure adoption of best practices from the top down. Help them adopt agile principles in their leadership style, essential for sustaining agile transformation at all levels of the organization.Lead agile workshops for developer and functional teams, as well as for key stakeholdersCommunicate agile principles, scrum practices, and overall operating model across the organizationDrive cultural change by championing an agile mindset, and ensure the organization is adhering to industry best practices.Champion the use of metrics and other objective measures by teamsUndertake daily follow-ups with individual team members to ensure projects are on track and goals are being metMaintain objectivity regarding issues and how to troubleshoot them by applying agile principlesHold stand-up meetings with cross-functional teams to review project statusSupport teams in determining resource allocations to maintain agile practices and ensure smooth project deliveryRequired skills and qualifications:
5+ years of experience as agile coachExperience in using scrum, kanban, and scaled agile framework (SAFe). Track record of implementing agile techniques in different work cultures and environmentsExperience in running agile projects of varying size and complexity. Strong skills for leading, educating, and coachingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred skills and qualifications:
Certification as agile coach or scrum masterExperience in coaching at large organizations or Fortune 500 companiesEducational background in computer science.
About ApTask:ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com