PPL Corporation

Agile Coach

PPL Corporation$90K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience
  • 7+ years of relevant work experience
  • 10+ years in IT value delivery with SAFe/Agile methodologies
  • Licenses in SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) and other SAFe certifications
  • LEAN Six Sigma Blackbelt certification

Responsibilities

  • Coach and mentor teams on Lean-Agile principles and practices
  • Guide RTEs and Scrum Masters in Agile coaching
  • Facilitate Scrum ceremonies and Agile delivery
  • Develop and conduct PPL-specific Agile training
  • Implement and monitor coaching plans for teams
  • Promote Agile adoption across the organization
  • Conduct assessments on Agile maturity and recommend certifications

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with three days onsite each week
  • Opportunity for professional development and training
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization
  • Engagement with diverse teams across the company
  • Involvement in emergency response roles during crises
Full Job Description
Overview

Note: This is a hybrid role requiring three (3) days onsite per week at one of our office locations: Allentown, PA; Louisville, KY or Providence, RI.

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The Agile Coach is accountable for being a servant leader, coach, mentor, trainer, and facilitator of Lean-Agile practices ensuring fast product development through transparency, inspection and adaptation. The Coach will improve product teams increasing collaboration, innovation, and introducing new techniques to ensure effective outcomes for the organization. The Coach is tasked with encouraging the agile mindset and framework is embraced and successfully utilized across the organization. Progression to Lead level is limited on the basis of business requirement.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
  • Coach, mentor, and facilitate the team members to adopt Lean-Agile mindset, including ownership, self-management and empowerment.
  • Serves as a mentor to RTEs and Scrum Masters providing guidance on Agile, and Coaches product leaders and product teams on how to best deliver value, through tools and key activities such as conducting Agile ceremonies, Epic / Feature / Story workshop, writing acceptance criteria, team capacity/velocity, metrics, team agreements, definition of done and definition of ready, DevOps, Testing and Release management.
  • Provides hands on delivery of Scrum Ceremonies and Agile principles to enable teams to see firsthand how to execute properly and effectively.
  • Runs and helps develop PPL specific Agile training, ranging from "lunch-and-learns" to refresher classes and learning videos.
  • Is licensed and experienced conducting SAFe Certification classes for Leaders, Teams, Scrum Masters, and Product Managers / Owners.
  • Implements actionable coaching plans, and guides RTEs and team coaches in creating and implementing their own coaching plans, based on key activities that aim to produce product level success.
  • Helps provide solutions to product team issues, which may or may not be specific to Agile.
  • Helps lead Agile ceremonies and value delivery withing the Lean Agile COE agile team.
  • Champions adoption of agile mindset with coworkers throughout PPL, including business and Senior / Executive Leaders, under the guidance of the leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Conducts team/department assessments (Agile Readiness, Release Retrospective and AIM maturity) and recommends Agile certifications to pursue.
  • Participates in the continuous improvement of PPL's Agile practice, including reference material, process refinements, tooling, and Agile COP's.
  • Facilitates scrum of scrum and communities of practice with Scrum Masters and possibly others.
  • Promotes Agile learning across organization using technology, i.e. Planview, ADO, Miro.
  • Works collaboratively with different parts of the organization assisting with mitigation planning that are impacting product teams to address risks & issues
  • Based on the Agile adoption across the organization, Agile Coach may have Release Train Engineer responsibilities in managing product teams based on demand for coaching and implementation of assessment maturity results.
  • May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role. This is a special assignment that comes into play during storms and other emergencies when the company needs to restore power or respond to other issues affecting customer service. This role may necessitate the need to work after-hours, outside of your normal schedule.
  • The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree OR an equiavalent combination of education or experience.

Required Experience:
  • 7+ years of related work experience.
  • 10+ years IT value delivery experience, including SAFe / Agile, Lean, Product leadership, etc.

Licenses / Certifications / Other Qualifications:
  • SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)
  • ASPC (Advanced SAFe Practice Consultant)
  • Leading SAFe
  • SAFe Scrum Master (SSM)
  • SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM)
  • SAFe4 for Teams (SAFe4 Practitioner - SP)
  • SAFe4 Lean Portfolio Management (LPM)
  • SAFe4 Release Train Engineer (RTE)
  • SAFe4 Advanced Scrum Master (SASM)
  • SAFe4 DevOps
  • LEAN Six Sigman Blackbelt

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience using SAFe in highly regulated environments, ideally utilities.

About PPL Corporation

As one of the largest investor-owned companies in the U.S. utility sector, PPL Corporation delivers on its promises to customers, investors, employees and the communities they serve. Their utilities – Western Power Distribution, Louisville Gas and Electric and Kentucky Utilities, and PPL Electric Utilities – provide an outstanding service experience for their customers, consistently ranking among the best in the U.S. and the U.K. Their stable earnings, secure dividend, solid management and high-quality assets represent an excellent low-risk opportunity for those looking to invest in the utility sector. For employees, the PPL family of companies offers the potential to grow in a wide range of exciting career opportunities. They are committed to providing essential energy services in extraordinary ways and they deliver. And they are a positive force in the cities and towns where they do business, providing support for programs that create jobs, donating millions to charitable organizations that improve the quality of life, and encouraging the generosity of employees who volunteer freely to help others.

PPL Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at PPL Corporation, a leader in the energy sector, where innovation, leadership, and professional growth are at the forefront of our operations. As one of the most respected companies in the industry, PPL Corporation offers a range of job opportunities designed to empower your career journey and foster a culture of excellence and diversity.

Work You’ll Do

At PPL Corporation, you’ll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our customers and communities. Our team is committed to sustainable energy solutions and operational excellence, providing a platform for professionals to lead and innovate within the energy sector. Whether you’re interested in engineering, customer service, or corporate roles, PPL Corporation provides a landscape for professional and personal growth.

Explore Career Paths

We offer a variety of career paths, including full-time positions and internships for emerging talent. Our internship programs are a great way to gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills in a supportive environment. Interns at PPL Corporation work on real projects, receive mentorship from experienced leaders, and learn about the energy industry from the inside out.

Professional Development

PPL Corporation is dedicated to the continuous professional development of our team. With access to comprehensive training programs and leadership workshops, employees can expand their skills, engage in diversity training, and advance their careers. Our leadership is committed to nurturing high-potential professionals to innovate and lead in their respective fields.

Benefits and Culture

Choosing a career at PPL Corporation means more than just a job. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, including health, retirement plans, and flexible working conditions, designed to support a healthy work-life balance. The culture at PPL Corporation is built on collaboration, respect, and inclusivity, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees.

Join Our Team

If you’re looking to make a difference with your career, consider joining PPL Corporation. Explore our job opportunities and find a position that matches your skills and ambitions. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact and ready to contribute to our success.

Stay Connected

Stay ahead in your career by leveraging our networking opportunities and staying connected with the latest company news. PPL Corporation values continuous learning and offers various resources to keep you informed and engaged in your professional development.

Apply Now

Ready to advance your career at PPL Corporation? Check out our current job openings, prepare your resume, and apply through our careers portal. We look forward to reviewing your application and possibly welcoming you to our team where your career growth can flourish.

PPL Corporation – Powering Your Future with Opportunities for Growth and Innovation.

Join us and be part of a team that values leadership, diversity, and professional excellence.
Learn more about PPL Corporation
Size
5,607 employees
Market Cap
$21.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1920
5 Year Trend
-5.1%
Revenue
$7.6 billion
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