Agile Technical Mentor

Why should you join WWT? Fueled by creativity and ideation, World Wide Technology strives to accelerate our growth and nurture future innovation. From our world class culture, to our generous benefits, to developing cutting edge technology solutions, WWT constantly works towards its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is a great place to work. We encourage our employees to embrace collaboration, get creative and think outside the box when it comes to delivering some of the most advanced technology solutions for our customers. At a glance, WWT was founded in 1990 in St. Louis, Missouri. We employ over 7,000 individuals and closed nearly $13 Billion in revenue. We have an inclusive culture and believe our core values are the key to company and employee success. WWT is proud to announce that it has been named on the FORTUNE "100 Best Places to Work For®" list for the ninth consecutive year! Want to work with highly motivated individuals that come together to form high performance team? Come join WWT today!Job Summary The primary purpose of the Technical Mentor role is to embed themselves into development teams supported by our Software Craftsmanship practice to guide, teach and mentor client teams on efficient and effective methods of software development. The candidate must have experience with hands-on development and delivery of software solutions including test driven development, pair programming and automated testing best practices. A successful candidate will be able to quickly gain trusted advisor status with the client. Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions/Competencies This role will report to the Practice Manger, Software Craftsmanship and collaborate to achieve the following:

• Mentor and teach at the individual team member level in the following areas:

• Increase technical knowledge within the development stack
• Help with design and implementation of work items
• Increase ability with test first mindset

• Mentor the development team in the following areas:

• Provide well established source code control
• Implement standards for all code
• Definition of done for work items
• Increase efficiency of development process
• Establish working agreements
• Reduce manual steps in development process
• Foster cross functionality

• Consult with multiple teams within the client organization in the following areas:

• Reducing silos of knowledge across teams
• Increase communication and integration across teams
• Help track releases and have well know source of production assets

• Guide and teach others using pair programming for:
  • Test driven development
  • Behavior driven development
  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery
  • Automated testing
• Facilitate team retrospectives
• Demonstrate the role of the developer in creating properly-sized user stories
• Teach architectural principles through the process of emergent design
• Participate in team ceremonies as both a team member and mentor
  • Demonstrate good techniques for daily challenges
  • Provide observations and suggestions for improvement
• Work with other technical mentors and agile coaches to collaborate on maturing the team and organization agile practices
• Facilitate teams' agile maturity assessment and the development of the teams' growth/change plan
• Assess and report outcomes to customers and management team to demonstrate progress and receive feedback on future strategies

• Minimum of 10 years' experience as a software developer
• 3 years' experience as the tech lead of an agile development team

• Expert in oneor more of the following languages and practices: Android, iOS, Java &/or C#.NET
• Strong experience in agile principles and technical best practices
• Strong automated testing skills
• Experience with the automated build process, unit testing and source code analysis tools
• Working knowledge of Continuous Integration/Continuous Development
• Ability to assess and coach team to optimal agility
• Dynamic personality and excellent soft skills
• Team oriented and possess strong interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a variety of social and business environments and multiple technology stacks

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Skilled in multiple programming languages
• Practical application of agile methodologies including Lean, Scrum and XP
• Experience with multiple platform environments, including UNIX/Linux and Windows Server (any version)

• Up to 75% travel to support clients across North America. NOTE: Not currently traveling due to Covid-19.21-133

• Possesses a high level of Acts ethically and is above reproach. Builds trust through their honesty, reliability, and authenticity. Possesses a strong concern for the needs of his/her colleagues. Takes tough principled stands even if they are unpopular. Meets commitments and keeps promises.
• Demonstrates Self-control. Manages his/her impulsive feelings and distressing emotions and operates without any personal agenda. Stays composed, positive and unflappable even in trying moments. Thinks clearly and stays composed and focused under pressure.
• Must be Smoothly handles multiple demands, shifting priorities and rapid change. Is able to work collaboratively to get things done. Proactively seeks the advice and suggestions of peers, subordinates, and superiors. Adapts strategies and tactics to fit fluid circumstances. Is flexible in how he/she sees events.
• Is Demonstrates a positive mental attitude. Persists in seeking goals despite obstacles and setbacks. Operates from a hope of success rather than a fear of failure. Sees setbacks as due to manageable circumstances rather than a personal flaw.
• ContinuouslyDevelops Others. Committed to the continuous process of education and development of self and colleagues. Acknowledges people's strengths and accomplishments. Offers useful feedback and helps to identify others' needs for future growth and improvement. Mentors and gives timely coaching that fosters an individual's skills.
• Able to Intuitively Understandthe way people think and work. Understands the forces that shape views and actions of clients, customers, or competitors. Accurately reads an organizational and external reality.
• ModelsLeadership Articulates and arouses enthusiasm for a shared vision and mission. Leads by example.
• Is a catalyst for Recognizes the need for change and removes barriers. Challenges the status quo to acknowledge the need for change. Champions the change and enlists others in its pursuit.

• The health and well-being of our employees, both mental and physical, is our number one priority. This extends to all areas of our business, travel included.
• Currently there is no expectation of travel until it is safe to do so (COVID-19 restrictions)
• Post-pandemic, there is an expectation of travel to client sites as-needed, up to 50%.