Job Description:
Job Description: Agile Scrum Coach – Information Technology (IT) & Telecommunication Job Industry, Sydney
The Agile Scrum Coach in Sydney plays a pivotal role in guiding organisations and teams through Agile transformations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and delivering business value through iterative processes. This position focuses on mentoring Scrum teams, product owners, and leadership to deeply embed Agile principles and practices throughout the enterprise. The Agile Scrum Coach collaborates with stakeholders to design and implement strategies that enhance Agile maturity and team effectiveness across projects and departments.
Responsibilities include facilitating workshops, training sessions, and coaching engagements that build Agile competencies and promote self-organising, cross-functional teams. The coach works closely with product management and business leaders to align Agile practices with organisational objectives and strategic goals. They also help identify and address systemic impediments that limit agility, supporting the development of sustainable Agile frameworks tailored to the unique needs of the Sydney-based IT and telecommunications sector.
A critical part of this role is to assess team dynamics, foster collaboration, and cultivate an environment of transparency and accountability. The Agile Scrum Coach guides teams in adopting Agile ceremonies, backlog refinement, and iterative planning, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet customer expectations. By leveraging metrics and feedback, they continuously measure Agile progress and recommend improvements.
The Agile Scrum Coach serves as a trusted advisor and change agent, navigating organisational complexities and championing Agile values to drive business agility. This role requires a blend of coaching, facilitation, and leadership skills to influence diverse teams and executive leadership effectively.
Operating in Sydney’s fast-paced IT environment, the Agile Scrum Coach contributes significantly to the company’s ability to innovate rapidly, respond to market demands, and maintain competitive advantage through Agile excellence.
Job Requirement:
Job Requirements: Agile Scrum Coach – Information Technology (IT) & Telecommunication Job Industry, Sydney
Applicants must possess extensive experience coaching Agile and Scrum teams, with a demonstrated track record of leading successful Agile transformations in complex organisations, preferably within the IT and telecommunications industries. Strong knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or LeSS is essential.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are necessary to engage with stakeholders across all levels, from technical teams to senior executives. The ability to influence change, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration is critical for promoting Agile mindsets and practices.
Candidates should be proficient in facilitating workshops, training sessions, and one-on-one coaching, tailoring approaches to meet varied organisational needs. Familiarity with Agile tools like Jira, Confluence, and Agile project management software supports efficient process adoption and tracking.
Strong analytical skills are required to assess team performance, interpret Agile metrics, and recommend actionable improvements that drive continuous delivery and quality enhancement. The ideal candidate demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a passion for enabling teams to achieve high performance and deliver value consistently.
Certification such as Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) is highly desirable. Candidates must be proactive, empathetic, and skilled at navigating organisational change within Sydney’s dynamic IT and telecommunications landscape.
