Job Description

SAFe Release Train Engineer

About the Role

This Release Train Engineer will serve as a Servant Leader and Coach, driving Agile transformation and ensuring the successful delivery of software solutions within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). This highly visible role will be responsible for coordinating the execution of Program Increments (PIs), facilitating SAFe ceremonies, optimizing value delivery across multiple Agile teams, guide IT Systems, and organizations toward quarterly (or more frequent) product releases to meet revenue goals. The Release Train Engineer (RTE) possesses a systems view of the entire development and delivery process. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile principles and demonstrated success in leading ARTs within the SAFe framework.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for guiding and facilitating ART events such as PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and System Demos. Ensure alignment with the organization's overall product roadmap and strategic objectives.
• Planning and executing Program Increments, working closely with Product Management and System Architects to ensure that the PI objectives are met. Oversee the ART's progress, manage risks, and escalate impediments. Establish and communicate calendars for sprints and deployments.
• Leading key SAFe ceremonies, including PI Planning, ART Syncs, and Inspect & Adapt sessions. Coach teams in Agile practices, ensuring they are continually improving and achieving their objectives.
• Maintaining ART-level performance metrics such as velocity, burn-down charts, and progress against PI objectives. Ensure transparency and visibility of progress for all stakeholders through regular reporting.
• Identifying, escalating, and tracking risks and dependencies within the ART. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure seamless delivery of program objectives.
• Coaching and mentoring Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Agile teams in Lean-Agile practices. Advocate for a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
• Work closely with Product Management and System Architecture to ensure that the product vision is executed through the ART and aligns with broader enterprise goals.
• Serving as a key partner to product and technology leadership for owning the product roadmap and strategic vision.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a RTE within SAFe framework, leading ARTs through multiple PI
• Possess Strong understanding of SAFe principles and methodologies, with the ability to coach others in Lean-Agile practices.
• Proven experience in facilitating PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and other SAFe ceremonies.
• Solid experience managing risks, dependencies, and impediments across multiple Agile teams.
• Proficiency in Agile tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps (ADO), or similar platforms for work management and tracking.
• Knowledge of SAFe at a scale/ enterprise level
• Experience with Agile Metrics, including tracking velocity, burn-downs, and other key performance indicators.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• 4+ years' experience with Scrum and/or Kanban
• 5+ years of experience as a Scrum Master across 2-3 Scrum teams
• SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification required.
• SAFe Scrum Master certification preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.

Flexible Working

At Conduent, we want you to be yourself. We recognize that everyone is different and that how people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too.
In this role, you can expect the following working conditions:

• Remote work: Enjoy the convenience of working from home and maximize your time by unplugging at the end of your workday.

Working For You

Perks and rewards designed for you:

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Our health and welfare benefits can be tailored to fit you and your family's needs and start on the first day of employment.
• Retirement Savings: We will support you as you save for your future.
• Employee Discounts: We offer you access to a vast selection of global, national, and local discounts on merchandise, services, travel, and more.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.
• Paid Training: Earn while you learn and continue to grow with access to award-winning learning platforms throughout your Conduent career.
• Paid time off: We provide attractive paid time off packages designed for you to enjoy your life away from work.
• Great Work Environment: We are proud of our award-winning culture and the recognition we've received for our diversity efforts.
• Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation-related information. For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is $95,400-$115,000.

Join Us

At Conduent, we are one team, one mission. We understand that our success is directly related to the success of our associates. We strive to create a culture where you can:

Bring your authentic self to work
Grow and thrive, both personally and professionally
Make a difference with our clients, in our communities, and with the millions of people we support

When you join Conduent, you are engaged in creating the future - both our company's and your own. With more than 60,000 associates across 24 countries, we will provide you the opportunity to grow with a team of people who will challenge and inspire you to be the best.

About Us

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

About the Team

Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.

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