Sr. Director, Agile Transformation (Comcast Dojo)

Comcast’s Technology, Product & Experience organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products that transform the customer experience. From creating apps like TVGo to new features such as the Talking Guide on the X1 platform, we work every day to make a positive impact through innovation in the pursuit of building amazing products that are enjoyable, easy to use and accessible across all platforms. The team also develops and supports our evolving network architecture, including next-generation consumer systems and technologies, infrastructure and engineering, network integration and management tools, and technical standards. Because our employees are our most valuable asset, we offer a flexible working environment to balance the need to work independently wherever you choose, with days that require collaboration at one of our offices. Our roles primarily reside inside or around one of our Tech Hubs (Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs, Denver, Austin, Silicon Valley, Washington DC/N. Virginia). Job Summary Our Dojo at Comcast offers engineering teams an opportunity to learn about the key initiatives we are pursuing inside Comcast TPX while working hands-on with our engineers to bring those initiatives to life. This role guides and grows our Dojo, which consists of a group of engineers and technical program managers who build and execute our coaching plan. We’re looking for a teammate who is transformation minded, deeply steeped in DevOps culture, capable of building a strategy and goals for this team, and an excellent communicator with a passion to share our work across Comcast. Our Dojo is not a place of boring, lecture based learning. It is a vibrant engineering community which uses agile methods to teach and do at the same time. The leader we’re looking for brings a passion for engineering excellence to the role. As a part of the Comcast TPX DevX: Strategy team, you are a vital member of the Comcast Cable CTO's organization. Our team focuses on technology strategy, engineering culture, and developer experience. We drive technology invention and innovation that advances the state of the art and catalyzes growth opportunities for Comcast. We collaborate across TPX to define and accelerate Comcast's technology strategy, and we engage externally with a variety of partners and communities to co-create the future of technology. We are a diverse group of customer-centric, curious risk-takers, willing to disrupt ourselves and others and driven by a desire to help our engineering teams continually improve. Job Description Core Responsibilities  Own the development and strategy for the Comcast Dojo team; work within a team to define the business goals, track and measure the success of projects delivered to our internal customers through KPI's.  Implement the strategy that enables the Dojo team to efficiently implement current and future training and development initiatives Advocate for the Dojo across Comcast TPX, and provide insight to include the successes of implementing our agile practices through internal and external speaking engagements.  Collaborate effectively with the Architecture, Engagement, and Open Source teams within the DevX: Strategy organization to continually improve Dojo’s offerings to meet the current and future needs of the Comcast TPX organization Required Qualifications  10+ years of engineering leadership including leading agile transformations, developing teams, and leading large-scale projects. A deep understanding of agile engineering practices, with a passion for DevOps.  A proven track record of guiding, mentoring, and growing talent at all levels.  Ability to engage optimally with partners at all levels, from executive stakeholders to engineers participating in our Dojo.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  A proven dedication to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications  Agile certifications (Scrum master, product owner, or Scrum professional; IC-Agile; Mentor; or similar)  Passionate engagement in DevOps, Agile, or engineering communities outside of Comcast.  While some may meet all required qualifications, many good candidates may not. If you have passion enough to make up for any lacking qualification, we encourage you to apply for the role. That passion would put you in good company as part of our team.  Employees at all levels are expected to: Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job. Lead the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services. Know your stuff - be hardworking learners, users, and advocates of our groundbreaking technology, products, and services, especially our digital tools and experiences. Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new insights. Be an active part of the Net Promoter System-a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making callbacks, and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers. Get results and growth. Respect and promote inclusion & diversity. Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors, and our communities. Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Education Bachelor's Degree While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience. Relevant Work Experience 10 Years + Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.