Hi, I’m
Sayed Abouelela
Senior Agile Coach / Transformation Consultant
Emmendingen
Summary
Accomplished Senior Agile Coach and transformation expert with over a decade of experience in the software and embedded systems industry, specializing in large-scale Agile transformations for major organizations. Proven track record of delivering significant improvements in delivery time and budget efficiency, leveraging deep expertise in SAFe, Scrum, Kanban, Business Agility, Organizational Design, and Software Engineering. Strong leadership and coaching skills drive impactful change and enhance team performance, fostering an environment of continuous improvement. Currently supporting a major Agile transformation at Infineon Factory Integration Department by collaborating closely with leadership to embed SAFe principles and cultivate an Agile mindset across complex business units.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
7
Certificates
3
Languages
Work History
Infineon Technologies AG, Munich
Senior Agile Coach / Transformation SME
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Spearheaded the Agile transformation as an SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) within one of the largest and most complex business units, achieving a 70% success rate against defined criteria.
- Provided C-Level Agile coaching and strategic problem-solving support, influencing senior leadership decisions.
- Implemented Lean Portfolio Management and Lean Budgeting, resulting in a notable 20% budget savings.
- Successfully implemented Objectives and Key Results (OKR) at leadership and management levels to drive strategic alignment and accountability.
- Inspired and mentored hundreds of individuals to foster an Agile mindset and optimize the application of Agile practices.
- Facilitated numerous complex workshops, including Value Stream Identification and Value Stream Mapping, to optimize organizational flow.
- Responsible for defining and tracking metrics to ensure clear visibility into project progress.
- Acted as a Release Train Engineer (RTE) and Scrum Master, ensuring seamless execution of Agile Release Trains.
- Delivered over 400 hours of comprehensive Agile and SAFe training to enhance organizational capabilities.
Airbus Defence and Space, Friedrichshafen, Germany
Agile Coach and Change Catalyst
03.2020 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Successfully implemented SAFe across diverse business units, culminating in the creation of a 500-person Solution Agile Release Train (ART).
- Coached multiple teams to cultivate a relentless improvement mindset, leading to an 80% increase in improvement ideas.
- Significantly increased Agile awareness and drove the adoption of an Agile mindset across an international network of multi-disciplinary teams.
- Delivered extensive training to over 300 employees on valuable frameworks including SAFe, LeSS, Scrum, and Kanban.
- Established comprehensive metric systems to enhance project progress visibility.
- Designed Jira and Confluence projects to streamline Agile processes.
Airbus Defence and Space, Friedrichshafen, Germany
Release Train Engineer & Scrum Master
12.2016 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Led Agile Release Train initiatives for Border Security Solutions, establishing a model for Airbus DS Agile adoption.
- Facilitated and led Agile ReleaseTrain events and various process steps, contributing to a 70% reduction in delivery time.
- Facilitated teams in boosting value provided to customers.
- Established and monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure transparent tracking of project progress and drive successful outcomes.
- Developed and organized highly effective communication strategies with diverse stakeholders.
- Proactively managed ART risks and devised robust mitigation plans.
- Implemented innovative approaches to combine Earned Value Management and Agile frameworks.
Intel GmbH, Munich, Germany
Software Change Control Board (SCCB)/ KANBAN / SCRUM Master
12.2014 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Managed software release planning for UMTS components across company-wide projects and platform planning.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of problem descriptions and coordinated error analysis and resolution within development teams.
- Ensured quality control of error analysis reports before customer delivery.
- Led Scrum processes to streamline new feature implementation.
Intel Mobile Communication, Cairo
Software Change Control Board (SCCB)
09.2013 - 09.2014
Job overview
- Managed software release planning for LTE components across company-wide projects and platform planning.
- Conducted in-depth analysis of problem descriptions and coordinated error analysis and resolution within development teams.
- Ensured quality control of error analysis reports before customer delivery.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by integrating Kanban into maintenance strategies.
TE-Data (Internet service provider)
Technical Support Specialist
12.2012 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Handled customer site technical problems and new installation visits.
- Configured ADSL Routers and other network configurations (e.g., Wireless).
- Analyzed and identified errors, created tickets, and managed related customer problems.
Education
Cairo UniversityCairo
Bachelor of Engineering from Electronics and Communication
05.2011
University Overview
Faculty of Engineering
University of East London London
MBA
09.2025 - Current
University Overview
- Continuing education in Strategy and Agile Project management
Skills
Agile & Scaled Frameworks: Scrum, Kanban, SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), LeSS (Large-Scale Scrum), Nexus
undefinedCertification
Certified ICAgile ICP-CAT “Coaching Agile Transformation”
Timeline
University of East London
MBA
09.2025 - Current
Senior Agile Coach / Transformation SME
Infineon Technologies AG, Munich
06.2022 - Current
Agile Coach and Change Catalyst
Airbus Defence and Space, Friedrichshafen, Germany
03.2020 - 06.2022
Release Train Engineer & Scrum Master
Airbus Defence and Space, Friedrichshafen, Germany
12.2016 - 03.2020
Software Change Control Board (SCCB)/ KANBAN / SCRUM Master
Intel GmbH, Munich, Germany
12.2014 - 12.2016
Software Change Control Board (SCCB)
Intel Mobile Communication, Cairo
09.2013 - 09.2014
Technical Support Specialist
TE-Data (Internet service provider)
12.2012 - 09.2013
Cairo University
Bachelor of Engineering from Electronics and Communication
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Intermediate (B1)
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