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Fifth Third Bank - Cincinnati, OH
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Lead Agilist at Fifth Third Bank plays a crucial role in the Agile Center, focusing on supporting Agile Squads in applying Agile and Scrum principles effectively. This position requires a strong background in Scrum and Agile methodologies, with responsibilities that include coaching teams, facilitating Scrum events, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. The Lead Agilist is expected to foster a trusting environment, encourage self-organization, and ensure that teams deliver business value while managing risks effectively.
Responsibilities
- Support Agile Squad(s) in understanding and applying Agile and Scrum values and principles.
- Facilitate Scrum events and activities, ensuring teams realize value from them.
- Coach the Product Owner and Development Team in effective Product Backlog management.
- Encourage Agile Squad(s) to solve their own problems with Agile mindsets and team dynamics.
- Provide objective guidance to Agile Squad(s) without personal or political considerations.
- Identify opportunities for improvement using data from feedback loops and metrics.
- Model collaborative and open behavior for Agile Squad(s) and the organization.
- Shield Agile Squad from external requests to maintain productivity.
Requirements
- 5+ years of full-time business experience.
- 3+ years of Scrum experience.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in presenting, teaching, mentoring, and facilitating at multiple organizational levels.
- Ability to resolve interpersonal and organizational conflicts effectively.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Test-Driven Development and Continuous Integration/Deployment practices.
- Knowledge of other Agile frameworks such as Kanban, Scrumban, or XP.
- Leadership skills demonstrating servant leadership and key mindset shifts associated with agility.
Benefits
- Inclusive workplace culture promoting equal employment opportunity.
