Lead Agilist I

Job Title: Lead Agilist I

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Duration: Contract - 5 months

Pay Range: $76.57/hr (W2)

Job ID: 407300

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Agilist I to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Scrum, Agile coaching, and team facilitation and a proven ability to build high-performing Agile teams and deliver business value through effective Scrum practices.

Responsibilities:

• Support one or more Agile Squads and ensure effective application of Agile and Scrum values and principles.


• Facilitate Scrum events and ensure value realization, including Sprint Planning, Daily Scrum, Sprint Review, Retrospective, and Backlog Refinement.


• Coach Product Owners and Development Teams on Product Backlog management, shared understanding, and definition of success.


• Promote self-organization, continuous improvement, cross-functionality, and software craftsmanship within the Squad(s).


• Identify and remove impediments using multiple approaches; escalate when necessary to appropriate entities.


• Foster a trusting, safe environment for collaborative problem solving and open communication.


• Craft clear messages and use powerful questions to drive creative problem identification and resolution.


• Leverage feedback loops, metrics, and information radiators to guide inspect-and-adapt practices.


• Collaborate with the Agile Center and stakeholders to improve effectiveness across all Squad roles.


• Shield the Squad from external interference and non-prioritized requests to maintain focus and productivity.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of full-time business experience.


• 3+ years of Scrum experience with strong understanding of the Scrum Framework and agility principles.


• Experience presenting, teaching, mentoring, and facilitating at multiple organizational levels.


• Ability to identify, communicate, and remove impediments within and outside the team.


• Coaching skills with the ability to communicate complex messages and teach new concepts.


• Conflict mediation skills to resolve interpersonal and organizational issues.


• Collaborative mindset that values team success, continuous learning, and improvement.


• Understanding of software development lifecycle disciplines, including PM, requirements, analysis and design, QA/testing, deployment, and change management.


• Working knowledge of practices that support agility such as CI/CD, TDD, and automated testing.


• Familiarity with other Agile frameworks and practices, including Kanban, Scrumban, XP, and Mob Programming.


• Ability to set and align priorities and goals for teams in an Agile business environment.


• Servant leadership approach with role-model behavior that supports Agile mindset shifts.


• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of DevOps, pipeline automation, and modern testing frameworks.


• Experience facilitating neutral discussions that enable teams to decide the best course of action.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Opportunities for growth with global clients


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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