Release Engineer

Release Train Engineer

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Fully Remote

We are seeking an experienced Release Train Engineer to join our client's Care Management team. This role involves leading and managing multiple agile teams within specific value streams to deliver high-quality technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Value Stream Management : Oversee work categorized into multiple value streams, each consisting of 3-4 teams (7-9 members per team). In total, manage up to 9 teams within an Agile Release Train (ART).
2. Agile Process Leadership : Lead the Program Increment (PI) Planning process every three months, ensuring seamless coordination between teams. Manage Scrum of Scrums ceremonies and facilitate product syncs with Product Owners (POs).
3. Release Train Engineer (RTE) Duties : Oversee the end-to-end process of PI Planning, working closely with Scrum Masters to manage team capacity during two-week sprints. Collaborate with the product team to align workload and expectations across all teams within the value stream.
4. Continuous Improvement : Utilize KPIs, such as velocity, to drive continuous improvement in the SAFe framework. Ensure transparency of these metrics using tools like Power BI.
5. Tool Management : Use Jira Align and Azure DevOps to manage and track project progress and deliverables.
6. Communication : Establish trust and work effectively with diverse personalities across the organization.

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience in large organizations, managing multiple agile teams and value streams.
2. Strong understanding and experience with SAFe methodologies.
3. Proficiency in Jira Align, Azure DevOps, and Power BI.
4. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to work remotely and establish trust with team members.
5. Willingness to travel for PI Planning sessions, if necessary.

Job Type: Contract
Pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote