Transformation Consultant (Agile / SAFe) with German

Support and execute a large-scale agile transformation for a software development organization of roughly 480 people. Your primary objective is to transition the current structure into Value Streams and Agile Release Trains (ARTs) while fostering a culture of agility. This role is about more than just frameworks; it is about driving organizational change, improving delivery scalability, and embedding DevOps principles into the company's DNA. Details • Start Date: ASAP. • Duration: Approximately 9 months, with potential for extension. • Capacity: Full-time. • Location: Mostly remote, with occasional travel (a few days per month) to Germany and limited international locations. • Languages: Business fluent in both German and English. Responsibilities • Architecting Change: Designing and executing a comprehensive agile transformation strategy based on the SAFe framework. • Restructuring: Leading the reorganization of teams into efficient Value Streams and Agile Release Trains. • Coaching: Providing hands-on agile coaching to existing Scrum teams to improve efficiency and mindset. • Performance Metrics: Introducing agile metrics and performance tracking to provide clear visibility into delivery scalability. • Stakeholder Alignment: Collaborating with leadership to ensure change management is communicated clearly and delivery efficiency is optimized. • DevOps Advocacy: Promoting and supporting the implementation of DevOps principles within the agile ecosystem. Requirements • Expertise: At least 5 years of experience in agile transformations specifically within software development environments. • SAFe Mastery: Proven track record of implementing SAFe in large-scale organizations. • Certification: SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC) and Certified Scrum Master (CSM) are required/highly preferred. • Education: A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. • Skill Set: Strong background in Agile Coaching, Scrum methodologies, and DevOps principles.