Konstantin Ribel
Freelance Agile & Product Development Coach
Experience
Freelance Agile & Product Development Coach
BMW AG
Analyzed current processes and the organizational structure for scaling an SAP-based product, identifying and removing major bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Advised Agile Masters on core frameworks, which led to improvements in overall product quality and delivery. Guided sub-product owners in effective backlog management and team event planning. Encouraged collaborative work between Agile Masters and sub-product owners, improving cross-team collaboration. Offered personal coaching to improve time management and goal setting, significantly boosting individual performance.
Freelance Organizational Design Consultant & Agile Coach
Shopware AG
Led the organization to focus on value creation to maximize throughput and minimize cycle time. Trained team leaders, department heads, and vice presidents in organizational design for scaled agile development. Coached team leaders and their teams to create empowering team environments. Guided the leadership team, including department heads and the vice president, in scaled agile organizational design. Advised on creating a unified, prioritized product backlog. Mentored product owners and managers in prioritization and requirement analysis. Advised the leadership team on coordinating team sprint cycles and managing the shift from single-team work to multi-team collaborative product development.
Freelance Agile Coach
Telefónica Deutschland
Product Cyber-Security Team: Coached the team, the manager, and the Scrum Master in empirical process control and continuous improvement. Supported the team's move to self-management and greater accountability. Guided the team leader and Scrum Master in identifying and creating the environment needed to drive team success. Conducted Scrum basics training.
Radical IT Transformation (RAITT) Program: Coached internal Scrum Masters to improve their team leadership skills. Collaborated with other coaches to advance the agile transformation.
Certified LeSS Trainer
Self-Employed
Lead public and corporate in-house certified Large-Scale Scrum trainings.
Agile Methods Specialist & Scrum Master
BMW AG
Led a Lean & Agile transformation. Created operating models for adaptable organizations. Designed a lean and agile organization for scaled product development with over 1,000 employees. Organized leadership training sessions. Oversaw the transformation process.
Project Manager in Highly Automated Driving
BMW AG
Developed the business and cooperation model between BMW AG and suppliers. Developed an ISO 26262-compliant and agile development process. Was responsible for developing a continuous delivery system.
Software Project Manager
BMW AG
Developed, negotiated, and communicated project plans. Coordinated project activities according to the plan. Planned and managed software changes. Removed obstacles for the development teams. Organized and moderated workshops with experts to address challenges effectively. Communicated project status updates.
Software Architect
BMW AG through Kontec GmbH
Developed AUTOSAR-compliant software components. Designed software architecture using UML. Defined requirements and specifications for software developers. Created technical documentation and specifications. Contributed to improving AUTOSAR tools, including Volcano Vehicle Systems Architect (VSA) and Artop.
Embedded Software Developer
Toumaz Technology Ltd.
Developed embedded software applications. Designed software architecture using UML. Established tests and quality measures. Created technical documentation. Worked closely with customers and suppliers in the UK and the US.
Product Development Engineer
Toumaz Technology Ltd.
Designed analog and digital circuits. Created 2D CAD schematics and PCB layouts. Developed the board support package for the NET-OS real-time operating system. Created technical documentation. Worked closely with customers and suppliers in the UK and the US.
Software Developer
WIKA Instruments Ltd.
Calibration Lab: Automated the calibration process for temperature sensors. Developed control software for calibration devices. Created software to generate calibration certificates. Designed graphical user interface.
Electronics Developer
WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE & Co. KG
Electronics Development: Designed analog and digital circuits. Developed embedded software and firmware. Created new products and features for existing products. Collaborated with suppliers. Worked in mechanical engineering and electronics. Created technical documentation. Created 2D CAD schematics and PCB layouts.
Quality Management: Established a comprehensive knowledge management system for production.
Summary
While leading companies through major change processes, I use my extensive experience to foster innovation, adaptability, and sustainable growth, continually boosting competitive advantage.
My clients range from startups like Shopware, where I improved the product development flow, to mid-sized companies like Brainlab, up to giants such as BMW and Telefónica, where I initiated and led agile transformations.
My expertise in leadership, team coaching, change management, process optimization, and continuous improvement enables me to lead transformations in scaled environments, implement organizational design changes, and apply systems thinking.
Languages
Education
Berufsakademie Mosbach
Dipl.-Ing. (BA) · Electrical Engineering · Germany
Certifications & licenses
Certified Creating Agile Organizations Trainer
Certified LeSS Trainer
LeSS-friendly Scrum Trainer
Certified Scrum Master
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