Benedikt Irsch - Senior Agile Coach

Q: Where is Benedikt based?

Benedikt is based in Berlin, Germany .

Q: What languages does Benedikt speak?

Benedikt speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Benedikt have?

Benedikt has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Benedikt has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 10 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 9 months . Note that Benedikt may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Benedikt's latest experience?

Benedikt's most recent position is Senior Agile Coach at Digital GmbH .

Q: What companies has Benedikt worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Benedikt has worked for Digital GmbH , Datalyze Solutions GmbH , Peras GmbH , and Chamber of Commerce .

Q: Which industries is Benedikt most experienced in?

Benedikt is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Government and Public Administration , Media, and Entertainment and Publishing . Benedikt also has some experience in Manufacturing , Professional Services , and Arts and Crafts .

Q: Which business areas is Benedikt most experienced in?

Benedikt is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology (IT) , and Product Development . Benedikt also has some experience in Business Intelligence and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Benedikt worked in recently?

Benedikt has recently worked in industries like Government and Public Administration , Professional Services , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas has Benedikt worked in recently?

Benedikt has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Business Intelligence , and Information Technology (IT) .

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Sep 2024 - Present

1 year 6 months

Senior Agile Coach

Digital GmbH

Guide multiple high-performing teams within a dynamic, skilled, and motivated environment
Collaborate with other coaches on the ART (Agile Release Train) level, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
Work closely with product management, Release Train Engineers (RTE), and architects to ensure robust alignment with strategic objectives
Identify flows through the SAFe value stream and other key areas, supporting teams in refining agile practices based on Flight Level Coach experience
Cultivate a culture of excellence, integrating agility, strategic alignment, and value flow seamlessly

Sep 2023 - Apr 2024

8 months

Berlin, Germany

Flight Level - Systemic Coach

Datalyze Solutions GmbH

Nov 2021 - Apr 2023

1 year 6 months

Karlsruhe, Germany

Kanban Coach & Trainer

Peras GmbH

Jan 2019 - Sep 2024

5 years 9 months

Luxembourg

Flight Level Coach / Kanban Trainer

Chamber of Commerce

Steered the implementation of Kanban at various levels (operational up to strategic flight levels 1, 2, 3) to enhance workflow efficiency and transparency
Established and maintained Jira architecture, developed roadmaps, and integrated with Power BI for robust reporting and KPI tracking
Transformed the organization by integrating various agile methods and establishing an internal systemic coaching coalition to sustain change
Drove agile transformations across organizational levels, coaching over 250 professionals in Kanban (KMP I & II) and SAFe
Led Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and RTEs to foster continuous improvement

Jan 2019 - Sep 2019

9 months

Berlin, Germany

Agile Coach & Scrum Master

Vehiculum new mobility GmbH

Jan 2016 - Dec 2019

4 years

Munich, Germany

SAFe Program Consultant - Portfolio Flight Level Coaching

BSH Home Appliances Group

Organized and executed large-scale Programme Increment (PI) planning sessions, coordinating over 400 participants and establishing robust SAFe reporting mechanisms using squads and clusters
Delivered SAFe classes and certifications, elevating team competencies and ensuring adherence to industry standards
Guided STE and RTE in agile methodologies, ensuring alignment with the SAFe framework and facilitating systemic coaching to enhance leadership capabilities
Provided systemic coaching of managers, leading to strengthened leadership and better decision-making in agile environments

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018

4 years

Münster, Germany

SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Atruvia AG

Served as a certified SAFe Program Consultant and RTE trainer, enhancing Scrum and Kanban team capabilities across eight teams and improving project delivery efficiency
Collaborated with senior management to integrate agile leadership styles, enhancing organizational transformation processes and boosting leadership effectiveness

Jul 2014 - May 2015

11 months

Berlin, Germany

Scrum Master & Agile Coach

Auctionata AG

Feb 2009 - Jun 2013

4 years 5 months

Munich, Germany

Scrum Master

Dooyoo AG

Jun 2007 - Jun 2009

2 years 1 month

Hyderabad, India

Scrum Master & Service Delivery

MobileOne India P.Ltd

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (12 years), Government and Administration (5.5 years), Media and Entertainment (4.5 years), Manufacturing (4 years), Professional Services (2 years), and Arts and Crafts (1 year).

Information Technology

Government and Administration

Media and Entertainment

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Arts and Crafts

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Project Management (17.5 years), Information Technology (16 years), Product Development (6.5 years), Business Intelligence (5.5 years), and Operations (2 years).

Project Management

Information Technology

Product Development

Business Intelligence

Operations

Summary

Highly analytical Agile Coach and systemic organizational developer with extensive expertise in Scrum methodologies, SAFe, and the Kanban Method. Known for motivating teams and easily building deep, trusted relationships, consistently exceeding client expectations in project deployment.

Certified Kanban Trainer, SPC and Flight Level Coach with expertise in training and developing new Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Kanban professionals. Proficient in organising company-wide agile events and offering leadership coaching, enhancing organisational agility and effectiveness across various teams. Demonstrated success in identifying project requirements, developing roadmaps, executing scrum strategic processes, and leveraging potential opportunities. Committed to driving continuous improvement and fostering Agile principles at an enterprise level.

Skills

Scrum
Kanban Method
Scaled Scrum (Safe)
Flight Level Coaching
Systemic Coaching
Portfolio & Project Management
Change Management
Agile Ai
Jira & Confluence

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Advanced

Education

Oct 2004 - Jun 2008

University of Applied Sciences Trier (FH)

Master of Business and Computer Science, Organizational Development, SAP, Change Management, International Accounting, · Business and Computer Science · Trier, Germany

Oct 2001 - Jun 2003

Insiders Technologies GmbH

Apprenticeship as IT Specialist in Application Development · Kaiserslautern, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Flight Level Coach (FLC)

Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT)

Systemic Business Coach (SBC)

Certified Scrum Senior Scrum Master Professional® (CSP)

Scrum Alliance Laboratories

Certified Kanban Trainer

Certified SAFe 6 Program Consultant (SPC)

Profile

Created

April 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Benedikt based?

Benedikt is based in Berlin, Germany.

What languages does Benedikt speak?

Benedikt speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Benedikt have?

Benedikt has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Benedikt has worked in at least 10 different roles and for 10 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 9 months. Note that Benedikt may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Benedikt be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Benedikt would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Agile Coach, Flight Level - Systemic Coach, Kanban Coach & Trainer.

What is Benedikt's latest experience?

Benedikt's most recent position is Senior Agile Coach at Digital GmbH.

What companies has Benedikt worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Benedikt has worked for Digital GmbH, Datalyze Solutions GmbH, Peras GmbH, and Chamber of Commerce.

Which industries is Benedikt most experienced in?

Benedikt is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Government and Public Administration, Media, and Entertainment and Publishing. Benedikt also has some experience in Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Arts and Crafts.

Which business areas is Benedikt most experienced in?

Benedikt is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Product Development. Benedikt also has some experience in Business Intelligence and Operations.

Which industries has Benedikt worked in recently?

Benedikt has recently worked in industries like Government and Public Administration, Professional Services, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Benedikt worked in recently?

Benedikt has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Business Intelligence, and Information Technology (IT).

What is Benedikt's education?

Benedikt holds a Master in Business and Computer Science from University of Applied Sciences Trier (FH).

Does Benedikt have any certificates?

Benedikt has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: Flight Level Coach (FLC), Accredited Kanban Trainer (AKT), and Systemic Business Coach (SBC).

What is the availability of Benedikt?

Benedikt is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Benedikt?

Benedikt's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.