Agile Coach

Insight Global
Berkeley Heights, NJ, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Agile Methodology Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services JIRA Continuous Integration DevOps Scrum Methodology Software Deployment Microsoft Power Automate GitHub Copilot Spring-boot
+4 more
Information Technology Atlassian Tools GPT Servicenow

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Agile Lead / Agile Coach who focuses on real execution over theory. This role requires someone who can translate high-level requirements into action, run effective Agile ceremonies, and confidently engage in executive-level conversations. The ideal candidate brings a strong Scrum/Agile background, a technical and testing foundation, and a forward-thinking mindset around using AI to enhance Agile delivery., * Lead Agile delivery using Scrum and Kanban with a strong emphasis on execution.

  • Break down complex requirements into actionable stories and tasks, tracked via JIRA/Kanban boards.

  • Run efficient stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives focused on outcomes.

  • Coordinate across teams to ensure smooth, fast, and predictable delivery.

  • Coach teams through real-world delivery scenarios, not theoretical Agile models.

  • Present progress, risks, and metrics using JIRA and Confluence dashboards.

  • Partner with stakeholders and leadership to maintain alignment and transparency.

  • Plan and manage production deployments, including Change Requests (ServiceNow).

  • Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends., * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. We are seeking a hands-on Agile Lead / Agile Coach who focuses on real execution over theory. This role requires someone who can translate high-level requirements into action, run effective Agile ceremonies, and confidently engage in executive-level conversations. The ideal candidate brings a strong Scrum/Agile background, a technical and testing foundation, and a forward-thinking mindset around using AI to enhance Agile delivery.

Requirements

o Using AI to support task planning, refinement, and prioritization in JIRA.

o Hands-on experience with tools such as Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, and/or ChatGPT.

o Ability to explain how you’ve personally used AI to improve delivery, planning, or team efficiency.

  • Exposure to AI in testing is a plus, but not required., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

  • 4+ years of experience as an Agile Lead, Scrum Master, or Agile Coach.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Scrum and Kanban.

  • Experience using JIRA and Confluence for tracking and reporting.

  • Technical and/or testing background.

  • Working knowledge of AWS or willingness to learn.

  • Strong communication skills, including comfort with executive-level conversations., * DevOps experience or familiarity with CI/CD practices.

  • Java / Spring Boot exposure.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail., We are seeking a hands-on Agile Lead / Agile Coach who focuses on real execution over theory. This role requires someone who can translate high-level requirements into action, run effective Agile ceremonies, and confidently engage in executive-level conversations. The ideal candidate brings a strong Scrum/Agile background, a technical and testing foundation, and a forward-thinking mindset around using AI to enhance Agile delivery.

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