Cboe - Lenexa, KS
posted 23 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Hybrid - Lenexa, KS
Construction of Buildings
About the position
The Agile Coach at Cboe will play a crucial role in enhancing software development practices by advocating for agile methodologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This position involves collaborating with engineering teams to identify areas for enhancement, implement best practices, and ensure effective adoption of agile principles across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Guide teams through the adoption and improvement of agile practices, helping them navigate challenges related to team dynamics and workflow.
- Support the personal and professional growth of team members by providing coaching and mentorship.
- Work with leadership to cultivate agile thinking and enhance leadership capabilities within the organization.
- Develop and conduct training sessions on agile methodologies, and facilitate workshops, meetings, and team-building activities.
- Continuously assess and improve agile processes, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to optimize team performance.
- Establish and uphold agile best practices, ensuring they are tailored to the unique needs of our teams and projects.
- Foster an environment of open communication, collaboration, and knowledge sharing among teams.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators to track the effectiveness of agile practices and identify areas for further improvement.
- Promote a culture of agility, adaptability, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years of experience as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Team Lead working with agile software development teams, preferably in a technology-driven environment.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC), or equivalent agile certifications.
- Proficiency in agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, with a proven track record of successful agile transformations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives and foster the adoption of agile practices at both team and organizational levels.
- Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on process improvement and efficiency.
- A genuine passion for helping teams and individuals achieve their full potential and thrive in an agile environment.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, promoting a collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Familiarity with software development tools and practices, including Jira, Confluence, and Stash.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with software development tools such as Jira and Confluence is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Internal mobility program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Referral program
