Offer summary

Qualifications:

Proven experience as an Agile Coach, Scrum Master, or Agile Transformation Consultant., Strong knowledge of agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean., Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills., Experience working with operational teams and leadership in regulated or public sectors is a plus..

Key responsibilities:

Provide hands-on coaching and training to agile teams and leaders.

Design and facilitate workshops on agile topics and practices.

Support the implementation of bank-wide agile learning and feedback culture.

Assist in evaluating team requirements and promoting self-organization.

Job description

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Agile Coach / Senior Agile Consultant

Location: Germany

Type: Full-time/Full Remote

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Agile Coaches and Consultants to support the introduction, stabilization, and enablement of agile practices across teams and departments within a central banking institution. The role focuses on consulting, coaching, and training at multiple organizational levelsfrom teams transitioning to agile ways of working, to established agile teams, to leadership coaching.

The position is embedded within the broader agile transformation framework (Nordstern), led by an internal agile enablement team, and requires alignment with institutional standards and agile frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Agile Enablement & Coaching

Provide hands-on coaching and training to agile teams (Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Agile Teams)
Deliver 1:1 and team-based coaching, blending theory (agile frameworks, transformation, tools) and on-the-job sparring
Act as Agile Coach or temporary Scrum Master in operational teams where needed
Support leadership, project managers, product owners in understanding and executing their roles in agile contexts
Supervise agile teams and promote continuous improvement and learning culture

🔹 Workshop Design & Facilitation

Design and facilitate introductory and awareness sessions on agile topics (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Design Thinking, etc.)
Conduct team workshops for implementing or deepening agile methods and practices
Facilitate simulation-based practice workshops and case study sessions
Formats may vary:

Small to large teams from different departments or levels
Remote, hybrid, or in-person delivery
Duration: Half-day to multi-part series

🔹 Strategic Agile Transformation Support

Support the implementation of a bank-wide agile learning and feedback culture
Guide the adoption of agile governance and method alignment with internal policies and cultural realities
Provide recommendations for customized agile solutions (Scrum, Kanban, Lean, hybrid frameworks) adapted to specific team contexts
Assist in evaluating team requirements for method selection (e.g., part-time vs. full-focus teams)
Design and conduct retrospectives at both team and project level
Promote self-organization and participative decision-making processes

Target Groups

Fully agile teams and projects needing continuous or ad-hoc support
Teams transitioning from classical to agile working models
Organizational units exploring agile experience (short-term agile immersion pilots)
Line departments and projects requiring coaching support
Managers, product owners, and project leads navigating agile roles

Ideal Profile

Proven experience as Agile Coach, Scrum Master, or Agile Transformation Consultant
Strong command of agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, LeSS, Lean, Design Thinking)
Facilitation experience with creative and collaborative methods (Lego Serious Play, Visual Facilitation, Innovation Digging, etc.)
Background in regulated or public sector environments a plus
Ability to work with both operational teams and leadership stakeholders
Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills

What we offer:

• Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
• Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
• Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
• Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
• Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
• Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.

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