We are looking for :
Job title: Agile Transformation Coach – C2C – Washington DC(Hybrid) – Only Independent Visa

Location: WASHINGTON, DC (Hybrid)

Duration: Long Term

Primary Skills: Agile Methodology

Key Skills:

Agile, SAFe, SPC, SA, SP, RTE, SSM, LPM, ART, Jira, Waterfall, Confluence, AgilityHealth

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 AgilityHealth 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 AgilityHealth.

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, AgilityHealth, SAFe Enterprise).

Strong communication and facilitation skills.

Ability to travel quarterly for PI Planning events along the Northeast corridor.