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Neotecra

Agile Coach

New York, NY · On-site

This position emphasizes hands-on coaching, mentoring, facilitation, and collaboration , with a strong focus on Agile adoption, continuous improvement, and alignment to organizational strategy. The ...

Compu-Vision - IT

Agile Coach - 26-09974

Yonkers, NY · Hybrid

$65/hr

This role is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and guiding product teams, leadership, and stakeholders in adopting Agile principles, improving delivery practices, and building a culture of ...

Sonsoft Inc

Agile Coach/Agile PLM

Hartford, CT · On-site

At least 5-6 years of experience in agile coaching, training and transforming large organizations to agile. * Hands-on experience on most of the major flavors of agile such as SAFe, Scrum and Kanban.

Compu-Vision - IT

Agile Coach - 26-09974

New York, NY · Hybrid

$65/hr

This role is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and guiding product teams, leadership, and stakeholders in adopting Agile principles, improving delivery practices, and building a culture of ...

Compu-Vision - IT

Agile Coach - 26-09974

New York, NY · Hybrid

$65/hr

This role is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and guiding product teams, leadership, and stakeholders in adopting Agile principles, improving delivery practices, and building a culture of ...

Techaffinity Consulting

Agile Coach

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Key responsibilities include coaching teams on Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban; facilitating training sessions and workshops; implementing best practices and tools; and leveraging metrics ...

Compu-Vision - IT

Agile Coach - 26-09974

New York, NY · Hybrid

$65/hr

This role is responsible for coaching, mentoring, and guiding product teams, leadership, and stakeholders in adopting Agile principles, improving delivery practices, and building a culture of ...

3B Staffing LLC

Agile Coach

Reston, VA · On-site

This role involves 50% SAFe training & coaching and 50% hands-on Agile coaching for Scrum development teams. Key Responsibilities * Train Scrum teams on SAFe 6 Framework, Agile Release Trains (ARTs ...

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IZAR Associates Inc.

Senior Agile Coach

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $95/hr

Agile Coaching & Transformation * Coach Product Line Teams, Delivery Teams, and leadership on Agile values, principles, and practices. * Assess Agile maturity and develop improvement plans.

Yale University

Agile Coach

New York, NY · On-site

Key responsibilities include coaching teams on Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban; facilitating training sessions and workshops; implementing best practices and tools; and leveraging metrics ...

Innovee Consulting LLC

Agile Coach

New York, NY · On-site

Key responsibilities include coaching teams on Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban; facilitating training sessions and workshops; implementing best practices and tools; and leveraging metrics ...

Tekskills

Agile Coach

Tampa, FL

Qualifications MUST HAVE : 1. True consultant approach to agile coaching and agile transformation 2. Expectation for excellent documentation and ability to track and keep metrics on adoption and ...

3B Staffing LLC

Agile Coach

Washington, DC · On-site

Five (5) years of coaching and training. SAFe framework to teams in Agile enablement and transformation. Course knowledge in the following is required: SAFee for Teams, SAFe for Leadership, SAFe for ...

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Lumen Solutions Group Inc.

Agile Coach

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Proven experience coaching Agile product transformations in large, complex enterprise environments. * Demonstrated hands-on experience leading or supporting enterprise-wide Agile transformation ...

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Stem Xpert

Agile coach

Herndon, VA · On-site

Agile coaching experience Agile tool experience SAFe experience Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills Ability to work as part of a dynamic, high performing team Preferred:

3B Staffing LLC

Agile Coach

Reston, VA · On-site

This role involves 50% SAFe training & coaching and 50% hands-on Agile coaching for Scrum development teams. Key Responsibilities * Train Scrum teams on SAFe 6 Framework, Agile Release Trains (ARTs ...

New

Stem Xpert

Agile coach

Birmingham, AL

Agile coaching experience Agile tool experience SAFe experience Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills Ability to work as part of a dynamic, high performing team Preferred:

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How much do agile coaching jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for agile coaching in the United States is $67.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.73 and $79.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Agile Coaching vs Scrum Master?

AspectAgile CoachingScrum Master
CertificationsAgile certifications (e.g., ICAgile, PMI-ACP)Scrum certifications (e.g., CSM, PSM)
Work EnvironmentSupports multiple teams and organizational agilityFacilitates a specific Scrum team
Role FocusBroader Agile transformation and coachingFacilitates Scrum processes and removes impediments
Industry UsageUsed across organizations adopting AgilePrimarily within Scrum teams

Agile Coaches focus on organizational agility and multiple teams, often holding broader certifications, while Scrum Masters concentrate on facilitating Scrum practices within a single team. Both roles require Agile knowledge but serve different scopes within Agile implementation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an agile coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Agile Coach, you need deep knowledge of Agile methodologies, experience in software development or project management, and often certifications like Certified ScrumMaster or ICAgile Coach. Familiarity with Agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Kanban boards is typically required. Exceptional communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills help Agile Coaches inspire teams and drive organizational change. These abilities are crucial for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring effective adoption of Agile practices.

What is an agile coach?

Agile Coaches are professionals who help organizations, teams, and individuals adopt and improve Agile practices and mindsets. They guide teams through Agile frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban, facilitate collaboration, and help remove obstacles to effective Agile implementation. Agile Coaches also mentor team members, promote continuous improvement, and ensure that Agile principles are understood and followed across the organization.

What are some typical challenges agile coaches face when working with teams new to Agile methodologies?

Agile Coaches often encounter resistance to change from teams transitioning to Agile for the first time. Common challenges include helping team members adapt to new roles, fostering collaboration in place of traditional hierarchies, and ensuring consistent communication across cross-functional teams. Coaches must also address misunderstandings about Agile principles and guide teams through the process of continuous improvement, while balancing organizational goals. Effective coaching involves patience, adaptability, and strong facilitation skills to help teams overcome these hurdles and achieve high performance.
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Agile Coach

Neotecra

New York, NY • On-site

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Job description

About the Role

The IT Agile Center of Excellence is seeking experienced and dynamic Enterprise Agile Coaches to support a large-scale Agile Product Transformation across the organization. These consulting roles are critical to advancing Agile maturity by coaching product teams, product leaders, and stakeholders in modern Agile and product-centric ways of working.

This position emphasizes hands-on coaching, mentoring, facilitation, and collaboration, with a strong focus on Agile adoption, continuous improvement, and alignment to organizational strategy. The role does not include direct people management responsibilities.

Key ResponsibilitiesAgile Transformation Coaching

  • Coach and support large-scale Agile Product transformation initiatives aligned to organizational strategy and measurable outcomes.

  • Partner with Agile CoE leadership to design and execute a tailored Agile coaching roadmap.

  • Coach product teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS).

  • Guide teams toward product-focused delivery models that maximize customer and business value.

  • Act as a trusted advisor to teams and mid-level leaders, reinforcing Agile principles and practices.

Training & Facilitation

  • Design and deliver engaging workshops, training sessions, and hands-on labs for teams and leaders.

  • Educate teams on technical excellence and modern delivery practices, including:

    • DevOps and CI/CD

    • XP engineering practices (TDD, automated testing, pairing)

    • Lean and flow-based principles

Continuous Improvement

  • Foster a culture of learning, experimentation, and adaptation through effective retrospectives.

  • Use Agile metrics and team performance data to identify improvement opportunities and implement actionable recommendations.

  • Promote data-informed decision-making across teams and leadership.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to identify Agile adoption challenges and provide targeted coaching.

  • Facilitate alignment and collaboration across teams to support a cohesive transformation journey.

Agile Best Practices & Tooling

  • Standardize Agile ceremonies, practices, and workflows across teams where appropriate.

  • Leverage Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Jira Align) to optimize workflows, transparency, and reporting.

  • Define, standardize, and monitor metrics related to team health, delivery performance, and transformation progress.

QualificationsEducation

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of software development experience.

  • At least 8 years of experience in Agile coaching roles.

  • Demonstrated success coaching Agile product transformations in large, complex organizations.

Certifications (Required or Strongly Preferred)

  • Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC, ICP-ATF)

  • Certified Scrum Professional (CSP)

  • SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)

  • Or equivalent Agile coaching credentials

Agile & Technical Expertise

  • Deep expertise in Agile frameworks: Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and LeSS.

  • Strong systems thinking and ability to navigate complex organizational environments.

  • Solid understanding of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern engineering practices.

Soft Skills

  • Exceptional communication, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills.

  • Ability to influence without authority and inspire teams toward change.

  • Strong coaching mindset with a passion for mentoring and continuous learning.

Preferred Experience & Skills

  • Experience transitioning organizations from traditional delivery models to Agile and product-centric ways of working.

  • Knowledge of Lean Portfolio Management.

  • Familiarity with organizational behavior and change management principles.

  • Metrics-driven coaching experience, using Agile data to guide improvements.

  • Passion for technical excellence, including TDD and paired programming