Project/Program Manager

Senior Agile Coach / Agile Delivery LeadClient: CaterpillarPay: $50-$65/hr on C2CHybrid onsite at Peoria, Chicago (IL), or Dallas (TX)Job Title - Project/Program Manager IT 5/ Agile CoachTarget for 15+ years of candidateRequest #92366-1Location: Peoria, Chicago Il office or Dallas Office. In office as neededDuration: 12 monthsVisa: USC/H4-EAD/EAD-GC (Need back and front photo of DL & Visa's)Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of overall experience, orMaster's degree with 8+ years of experiencePrior experience as a Senior Scrum Master with exposure to Agile transformation initiatives1–2 years of direct experience in an Agile Coach role is sufficientRole SummaryThis role is centered on Agile coaching, process optimization, and leadership across multiple teams. The individual will guide both Scrum and Kanban teams toward higher maturity, provide strategic oversight across key initiatives, and ensure alignment, accountability, and continuous improvement through data-driven practices.Key ResponsibilitiesAgile Coaching & Process Maturity· Coach Scrum and Kanban teams to enhance Agile adoption and process maturity· Act as a subject matter expert on Agile methodologies, driving consistency and best practices· Influence and evolve Agile processes across the organizationDelivery Leadership & Oversight· Provide a holistic view of work across teams, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities· Oversee and drive progress on the top strategic initiatives within the portfolio· Facilitate leadership-level stand-ups and key program discussionsStakeholder Collaboration & Accountability· Partner with Product Owners, engineering teams, and portfolio managers to ensure delivery outcomes· Drive accountability across technical teams and leadership stakeholders· Communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationAgile Execution & Facilitation· Lead Agile ceremonies and ensure effective planning, tracking, and execution· Remove blockers, streamline workflows, and enable faster decision-makingData, Metrics & Reporting· Utilize Azure DevOps (Azure Boards) for backlog management and delivery tracking· Build dashboards and visualizations for epics, features, and user stories· Analyze Agile metrics such as velocity, burndown, and team efficiency to drive improvements· Provide insights that support leadership decision-making and continuous improvementRequired SkillsCore Competencies· Strong expertise in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid models)· Deep understanding of Agile processes and methodologies (Process SME mindset)· Experience working in Agile transformation environmentsTools & Metrics· Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps / Azure Boards· Ability to interpret and present Agile metrics and performance dataCommunication & Leadership· Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels· Ability to influence without authority and drive organizational change· Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional and global teamsTechnical Understanding· Technical expertise in areas like Cloud, DevOps, or Security is not mandatory· Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is requiredTeam & Environment· Work across domains such as Cloud, DevOps, Security, Identity, and Risk· Collaborate with global cross-functional teams, architects, and engineering groups· Role combines Agile coaching with program/project leadership responsibilitiesWork Location· Peoria, Chicago (IL), or Dallas (TX)· Hybrid model with in-office presence as neededInterview Process· Two rounds of panel interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams· Each round includes 2–3 interviewersAdditional Considerations· Stable work history preferred (frequent job changes may be a concern)Thank youKailash ChandraInterSources Inc. E. View email address on click.appcast.io. 510-500-5243A. 39159 Paseo Padre Pkwy Suite 104 &106 Fremont CA - 94538 L: California / Arizona / New York / Canada / London / Costa Rica / India *CyberSecurity * Cloud Migrations * Digital Engineering *Data & Advanced Analytics * Consulting * Professional Services *SBA Certified - Women OwnedAbout Us: InterSources Inc, a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. We align strategy with execution and provide secure service solutions by developing and using the latest technologies that thrive our resources to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it convenient for our clients to do business with InterSources Inc. Our teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven client experiences that put the users first, providing an unparalleled experience. This results in strengthening the core technologies of clients, enabling them to scale with flexibility, create seamless digital experiences and build lifelong relationships.