Overview
We are seeking an experienced Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support Agile Release Train (ART) activities aligned with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) 6.0. The RTE will act as a leader and coach, enabling agile teams to deliver value efficiently and effectively across the program level.
Key Responsibilities
* Facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning and post-PI activities.
* Manage and optimize the flow of value through the ART.
* Maintain and manage the ART calendar and key events.
* Foster cross-team coordination and synchronization.
* Escalate and track program-level risks, impediments, and dependencies.
* Lead Inspect & Adapt (I&A) workshops and drive continuous improvement.
* Facilitate ART Syncs and Scrum of Scrums.
* Provide regular status updates and metrics to stakeholders.
* Support release planning in collaboration with Product Management and System Architects.
* Promote collaboration across Business Owners, Product Owners, and Agile Teams.
Deliverables
* PI Planning Facilitation - Organise and lead planning sessions at the start of each PI.
* Program Increment Objectives - Consolidated and committed PI objectives.
* Post-PI Report - Summary of RTE activities and outcomes.
* ART Sync Meetings - Weekly or bi-weekly coordination sessions.
* Risk and Dependency Register - Maintained and updated throughout the engagement.
* Program Metrics Report - Flow metrics, predictability, and velocity tracking.
* Inspect & Adapt Workshops - Facilitation of retrospectives and problem-solving sessions.
* Coaching Plan - Roadmap for improving Agile maturity and ART performance.
* Mentoring - Ongoing support for Scrum Masters and other scaled agile roles.
* Product Management Facilitation - Collaboration with PM/PO and Architecture teams.
Skills & Experience Required
* Proven experience as a Release Train Engineer in a SAFe environment.
* Strong facilitation and coaching skills.
* Deep understanding of Agile principles, SAFe 6.0, and Scaled Agile practices.
* Experience managing program-level risks, dependencies, and metrics.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Ability to influence and drive continuous improvement across teams.
Tools & Environment
* Access to necessary Agile tools will be provided.
* Collaboration with established ARTs and agile teams.
* Stakeholder engagement across business and technology functions.
If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.
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