Konstantin R.
Freelance Agile & Product Development Coach
Experience
Freelance Agile & Product Development Coach
BMW AG
Analyzed current processes and organizational structure to scale an SAP-based product, identifying and removing key bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Advised Agile Masters on core frameworks, leading to improvements in overall product quality and delivery. Guided Sub-Product Owners in effective backlog management and team event planning. Promoted collaborative teamwork between Agile Masters and Sub-Product Owners, improving cross-functional cooperation. Provided one-on-one coaching to enhance time management and goal achievement, significantly boosting individual performance.
Freelance Organizational Design Consultant & Agile Coach
Shopware AG
Led the organization to focus on value delivery, maximizing throughput and minimizing cycle time. Trained team leads, department heads, and vice presidents in organizational design for scaled agile development. Coached team leads and their teams to create team-empowering conditions. 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 on prioritization techniques and requirement analysis. Advised the leadership team on coordinating team sprint cycles and transitioning from single-team work to multi-team collaborative product development.
Freelance Agile Coach
Telefónica Deutschland
Coached the Product Cyber-Security team, the manager, and the Scrum Master in empirical process control and continuous improvement. Supported the team’s shift to self-management and greater ownership. Guided the team lead and Scrum Master in identifying and creating the environment needed for team success. Conducted Scrum fundamentals training.
For the 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
Delivered public and in-house certified Large-Scale Scrum trainings.
Specialist Agile Methods & Scrum Master
BMW AG
Led a Lean & Agile transformation. Developed working models for adaptive organizations. Designed a lean and agile structure for scaled product development with over 1,000 employees. Organized leadership training sessions. Monitored the transformation process.
Project Manager in Highly Automated Driving
BMW AG
Developed the business and collaboration model between BMW AG and suppliers. Created an ISO 26262-compliant and agile development process. Oversaw the development of a continuous delivery system.
Software Project Manager
BMW AG
Developed, negotiated, and communicated project plans. Coordinated project activities according to plan. Planned and managed software changes. Removed blockers for development teams. Organized and facilitated 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. Gathered requirements and specifications for software developers. Created technical documentation and specifications. Contributed to the improvement of 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 testing and quality measures. Created technical documentation. Collaborated 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. Produced technical documentation. Worked closely with customers and suppliers in the UK and the US.
Software Developer
WIKA Instruments Ltd.
Automated the calibration process for temperature sensors in the calibration lab. Developed control software for calibration devices. Created software to generate calibration certificates. Designed a graphical user interface.
Electronics Developer
WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE & Co. KG
Designed analog and digital circuits. Developed embedded software and firmware. Created new products and features for existing products. Collaborated with suppliers. Worked in both mechanical engineering and electronics. Produced technical documentation. Created 2D CAD schematics and PCB layouts.
Quality Management: Established a comprehensive knowledge management system for production.
Summary
As I guide companies through major change processes, I leverage my extensive experience to foster innovation, adaptability, and sustainable growth while continuously boosting competitive advantages.
My clients range from startups like Shopware, where I improved the product development flow, to mid-sized companies like Brainlab, and giants like 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 at scale, 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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