Senior Agile Coach

Senior Agile Coach (m/f/d)

As an experienced Senior Agile Coach at the applike group, you will help our organizations operate efficiently by fostering strong collaboration within and across teams.

The applike group runs multiple digital ventures, and you will support these companies in achieving their goals. In this role, you will guide and mentor teams in adopting Agile and Lean methodologies — always in a pragmatic, flexible, and non-dogmatic way to find the best solution for each unique challenge.

About applike Group

We are committed to creating engaging experiences for app users worldwide. Driven by innovation, we build market-changing products, technologies, and companies.

Our ventures operate as independent business units while benefiting from shared technologies, expertise, and market access:

• adjoe: A breakthrough mobile advertising solution helping publishers grow ad revenue.
• justDice: Market leader in Mobile Gaming Loyalty Programs.
• Sunday: Next-generation hybrid casual mobile game publisher.
• justtrack: Software automating the entire mobile user acquisition process.

As part of Bertelsmann’s global network, we benefit from strong financial backing and international expertise. Our goal is to build a state-of-the-art tech stack and reach more mobile users than any other company worldwide.

Find the whole world in one office. Boost your career with awesome people!

What You Will Do

• Coach Agile principles: Train and guide teams in Agile and Lean practices, translating them into practical day-to-day operations.
• Strengthen collaboration: Improve inter-team communication and empower team leads to mentor and support members effectively.
• Design operating systems: Support senior leadership in building scalable, flexible, and outcome-focused organizational structures.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies: Lead sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos when needed.
• Optimize project management: Implement effective processes, set up Kanban boards, and remove roadblocks.
• Drive continuous improvement: Encourage experimentation, including the adoption of new AI use cases.
• Align strategy and execution: Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure team goals align with organizational objectives.
• Stay pragmatic: Adapt frameworks flexibly without being dogmatic about specific methodologies.

Who You Are

• Experience: 5+ years as an Agile Coach across multiple projects and companies.
• Environment: Experience in international, English-speaking tech environments, ideally start-ups or scale-ups.
• Methodology expertise: Strong knowledge of Agile and Lean frameworks, applied pragmatically to drive measurable impact.
• Coaching mindset: Proven ability to mentor teams in Agile and Lean practices.
• Communication skills: Excellent facilitation and interpersonal abilities.
• Empathy: People-focused with a strong sense of emotional intelligence.
• Adaptability: Comfortable in fast-paced environments with evolving requirements.
• Certifications: Scrum Master, Agile, or Lean certifications are a plus.

Fuel for the Journey: Benefits to Support Your Ambitions

Invest in Your Future

• Regular feedback and structured development programs to expand your skill set and career growth.

Easy Arrival to applike

• Full relocation and visa support.
• Relocation bonus and German language support to help you settle in Hamburg.

Live Your Best Life

• Hybrid work setup with 3 core office days.
• Flexible working hours.
• 30 vacation days.
• 3 weeks of remote work per year.
• In-house gym with fitness classes.
• Mental health support via Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Thrive Where You Work

• Central office with Alster Lake views.
• Modern equipment and inspiring open spaces.
• Wide variety of snacks and drinks.

Join the Community

• Regular team and company events.
• Hackathons and social gatherings.
• Collaborative and celebratory culture.

The Interview Process

• 1st Interview: Talent Acquisition
• 2nd Interview: Lead Agile Coach
• 3rd Step: Get to Know the Team
• 4th Meeting: VP of People

How to Apply

Skip the cover letter. Instead, tell us about:

• Your most passionate personal project
• Your desired salary
• Your earliest possible start date

Our mission is to create an inspiring work environment where amazing people achieve extraordinary things. Be part of it.

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applications from individuals who contribute to the diversity of our company.