Senior Agile Coach IT

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Agile Coach is a servant leader that provides organized and purposeful coaching and training to members of the platform, product team members, managers, and leaders as they navigate Agile transformations and continuous improvement journeys, adopting a growth mindset. The focus of this coaching role is on supporting all roles within the full platform with an emphasis on implementing best fit scaling patterns. This coaching role will upskill the individuals within the platform and product teams. The Agile Coach will be able to coach up to 5-7 product teams. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Act as a leader regarding education of all teams within the platform group on utilizing agile principles and scrum, kanban practices, values according to expectations set by the Agile Operations organization
• Facilitate team ceremonies and assist in removing impediments that obstruct a team’s pursuit of its sprint goals.
• Help teams inspect, adapt, deliver, and mature.
• Drive adoption of Agile practices, techniques, and frameworks, reducing the gap between agile theory and practice.
• Develop standards and requirements for the agile process.
• Work with other stakeholders and teams to improve the quality of the products.
• Coach platforms and product teams to adopt successful scaling patterns.
• Facilitate the implementation of agile processes and ceremonies including road mapping, quarterly planning, innovation and planning events, and facilitate conflict resolution processes, e.g. interpersonal, dependencies, prioritization, etc.
• Continuous Improvement coaching: Identify areas for improvement in platform and team performance, efficiency, and effectiveness. Work collaboratively with teams to address challenges and remove impediments to continuous improvement and innovation.
•  Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPI’s) to track the progress of agile initiatives, highlighting successes and identifying areas that require further attention.
• Facilitate and support the organization’s agile transformation efforts by coaching leaders, teams, and individuals in adopting agile methodologies and mindsets.
• Facilitate the blueprinting, design and activation of platform product teams aligned to value delivery. Support the organization in navigating through the complexities of change, helping them to adapt to an agile culture and mindset.
• Support Communities of Practice for continuous improvement and adherence to industry best practices
• Leverage and facilitate scaling practices and methodologies to improve the maturity across groups for organizational success
• Assess agile maturity (i.e., ability to leverage agile ways of working to increase value delivered to the organization) of group on a regular cadence and coach teams to higher levels of maturity

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, Business Administration, or a related area of study from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe frameworks required.
• Preferred 5+ years of experience in Agile coaching for a delivery team actively applying Scrum principles, practices, and theory
• Proven track record of implementing Agile methodologies in various settings.
• Mastery of Scrum Master & Product Owner Certification preferred
• SAFE certification preferred
• Expert problem-solving and conflict resolution background
• Working knowledge of Agile Tools such as Azure DevOps
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication, facilitation, and coaching skills
• Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures, and take all required training courses
• Must demonstrate respect for all individuals and adhere to the Company's values and business practices
• Experience and understanding of the electric and gas utility operation, or other similar regulated industries, demonstrating an ability to navigate and excel in regulated environments.

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 
 

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 06/30/2025​
Posting End Date: 07/18/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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