Agile Architect

Agile Architect – Enterprise Agile Transformation Leadership Location: Remote, USA Rate: $90 - $100 USD per hour (W2 Preferred) Job Type: Contract, 5 Months + Our client is seeking a highly experienced Agile Architect to lead enterprise-wide Agile transformation initiatives. This individual will play a pivotal role in partnering with senior stakeholders to execute large-scale Agile adoption, guide organizational change, and embed sustainable Lean-Agile capabilities across all levels of the enterprise. This is an opportunity for a transformation leader with strong coaching capabilities and hands-on experience implementing scaling frameworks such as SAFe, LeSS, or Disciplined Agile, along with modern engineering practices including DevOps, AI, and Product Management at scale. Key Responsibilities: Agile Transformation Leadership: - Collaborate with executive leadership to define and implement enterprise-wide Agile transformation strategies. - Act as a trusted advisor to the C-suite and portfolio leaders to support large-scale operating model changes. - Facilitate organizational change management (OCM) to promote Agile values and culture at all levels. Coaching & Mentoring: - Coach executives, portfolio leaders, and delivery teams on Agile mindset, DevOps principles, and emerging technologies like AI and GenAI. - Mentor internal coaches and change agents to build long-term Agile maturity and internal capability. - Lead and supervise culturally diverse, distributed teams of 2 to 10 consultants depending on engagement size and complexity. Framework Implementation: - Guide the implementation of Agile scaling frameworks (e.g., SAFe, LeSS, Disciplined Agile), tailoring methods to organizational context. - Provide hands-on support in embedding Lean-Agile, DevOps, Product Management, and AI-based delivery models across technology and business units. - Ensure continuous alignment between business strategy and Agile delivery. Metrics & Continuous Improvement: - Define Agile KPIs and track Agile maturity and business outcome metrics. - Foster a culture of continuous improvement using retrospectives, system thinking, and feedback loops. Collaboration & Communication: - Act as a bridge between business and technology teams to promote transparency and shared accountability. - Conduct Agile workshops, training sessions, and executive briefings to build enterprise-wide awareness and alignment. Key Requirements: - 10+ years of experience, including enterprise-level Agile coaching and transformation leadership. - Deep expertise in Agile frameworks, including SAFe (SPC certified preferred), LeSS, and Disciplined Agile. - Proven experience coaching C-level stakeholders, product owners, and delivery teams. - Strong background in Agile adoption across engineering, DevOps, AI/GenAI, and product management functions. - Previous experience in software development, IT delivery, or as a Product Owner/Manager in large-scale environments is advantageous. - Demonstrated leadership in managing distributed Agile transformation teams. - Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. - Thought leadership (e.g., published white papers or conference speaking engagements) is a strong plus. IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE - 10+ years of Agile transformation experience with hands-on enterprise coaching across technology and business. - Holds SAFe SPC certification and experience implementing at least one other scaling framework. - Proven ability to coach senior leaders and executives while leading Agile at scale initiatives. - Has worked in environments that leverage AI, GenAI, Agentic AI, and modern DevOps practices in delivery. - Past experience as a Product Owner or Product Manager in a scaled Agile setting. - Demonstrated success managing Agile coaches or consultants in global, distributed teams. - Experience in OCM (Organizational Change Management) and Agile adoption strategy. - Strong thought leadership, with experience publishing content or speaking at Agile/DevOps conferences.