Job Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an Agile Coach for a top Global Logistics & Transportation leader in Warren, NJ.

This role is a strategic driver for the adoption, maturity, and scaling of Agile and DevOps practices across a massive global IT infrastructure. The Agile Coach will partner with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Program Managers to dismantle traditional Waterfall methodologies and implement high-performing, value-driven delivery frameworks. This is an international leadership position, requiring a seasoned professional capable of mentoring offshore teams across multiple continents and promoting a unified DevOps culture.

• Methodology Transformation: Lead the organization-wide transition from Waterfall to Agile; coach global teams on Agile values, principles, and high-velocity best practices.
• Framework Implementation: Support and guide teams through the expert application of Scrum, Kanban, Lean, Nexus, LeSS, and SAFe frameworks.
• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate with the PMO and program leadership to align Agile planning, execution, and reporting with global business objectives.
• Curriculum Design & Training: Deliver interactive Agile workshops and training sessions utilizing Liberating Structures , Agile games, and modern interactive techniques.
• DevOps Advocacy: Promote a robust DevOps culture, strengthening the collaboration between development and operations to streamline the CI/CD pipeline.
• Continuous Improvement: Facilitate Agile ceremonies and lead retrospectives to drive measurable, long-term continuous improvement initiatives.
• Global Team Mentorship: Provide functional guidance to offshore delivery teams, ensuring consistency in Agile maturity across international borders.

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• At least one recognized professional Agile certification (e.g., CSM, PSM, SAFe Agilist) is REQUIRED.

Experience

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience working on large-scale IT projects.
• Minimum of 2 years of formal Agile Coaching experience is REQUIRED.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Scrum Master is REQUIRED.
• Proven track record supporting large, complex, and offshore delivery teams.
• Hands-on experience with Scaled Agile (LeSS, Nexus, or SAFe) and DevOps practices.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of software design patterns and technical excellence practices ( TDD, BDD, Automated Testing ).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure DevOps is highly preferred.
• Exceptional command of English (written and verbal) for international stakeholder management.
• High proficiency in leadership, team building, and influencing change without direct authority.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Life insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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