Senior Lean Agile Specialist at Kentro

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lean-Agile Mindset, SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, Coaching, Facilitation, Transformation, Data-Driven Improvement, Program Increment Planning, Continuous Improvement, Community Building, Measurement Frameworks, Process Improvement, Mentoring, Collaboration, Agile Frameworks

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring an experienced Senior Lean-Agile Specialist to lead enterprise transformation and build sustainable agile capability. This is not a consulting-only role—you will actively serve in operational SAFe roles (RTE, Scrum Master, Product Owner/Manager) while coaching others and driving cultural change. This "player-coach" approach ensures credibility through demonstrated excellence while building organizational capability. You'll champion the lean-agile mindset, take a systems view of agility, optimize flow across multiple teams, build strong communities, and deliver measurable business outcomes. You must be comfortable facilitating all lean-agile events. Responsibilities: Serve in Operational SAFe Roles Execute as RTE: Facilitate ART events, manage program execution, drive continuous improvement Execute as Scrum Master: Coach teams, facilitate ceremonies, remove impediments Execute as Product Owner/Manager: Prioritize backlogs, define features, maximize value delivery Model best practices while building capability in others Lead Transformation & Optimize Flow Design and execute scaled agile transformation roadmaps Optimize flow across multiple teams and value streams to reduce toil Identify innovative solutions by drawing patterns from agile frameworks Interface effectively between agile and non-agile parts of the enterprise Remove systemic impediments and drive process improvements Coach & Build Capability Coach executives, leaders, and teams in lean-agile principles and practices Mentor RTEs, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners in advanced practices Design and deliver training programs, workshops, and SAFe certification courses Build sustainable communities of practice for continuous learning Foster inter-team collaboration and holistic alignment Drive Data-Driven Improvement Establish measurement frameworks using flow metrics, OKRs, and KPIs Implement hypothesis-driven approaches and experimentation Drive improvements using insights from data and metrics Track and report transformation progress and business outcomes Facilitate Large-Scale Events Plan and facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning events Lead Inspect & Adapt workshops and value stream mapping Facilitate cross-team coordination meetings and alignment sessions Location: This position can be performed remotely within the United States and will support Eastern Time working hours. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, MIS, or related field 10+ years using Scrum, Kanban, XP, SAFe, and other agile frameworks at scale Hands-on experience in at least two operational roles: RTE, Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Product Manager Led enterprise transformations across 50+ cross-functional teams Delivered measurable business results (quantifiable improvements in speed, quality, collaboration, cost) Coached executives, leaders, RTEs, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners Facilitated large-scale SAFe events across multiple Agile Release Train SAFe SPC or SPCT with minimum 6 years active certification Preferred Qualifications SPCT certification Highly valued: Additional SAFe (RTE, Lean Portfolio Manager, PO/PM), Change Management certification Experience as Release Train Engineer managing ARTs Formal change management or design thinking training Product management or product ownership background Teaching experience (university level or professional training) Lean Six Sigma or process improvement certification Published thought leadership or conference speaking Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance Must be a U.S. citizen The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC). Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award Benefits We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the: “Apply for this Job” button at the bottom of this Job Description or the button at the top: “Application.” Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance. Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise transformation and build sustainable agile capability while serving in operational SAFe roles. Champion the lean-agile mindset, optimize flow across multiple teams, and deliver measurable business outcomes.