Release Train Engineer

Optomi, in partnership with a respected leader in the insurance industry, is seeking a Release Train Engineer

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Working in a hybrid environment
• Competitive Pay
• Working for an organization with the ability to make an impact from day one

Experience of the right candidate:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in Agile coaching, Scrum Master, or RTE roles, with hands-on experience in Agile, Kanban, and SAFe frameworks.
• Certifications: SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification is required. Additional certifications in Agile (Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Kanban, etc.) are a plus.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Lean principles across multiple frameworks (SAFe, Kanban, Scrum, etc.)
• Experience in facilitating large-scale Agile transformations and managing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks, remove impediments, and manage conflict.
• Proficiency in tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, or other Agile lifecycle management tools.

Responsibilities of the right candidate:

• Facilitate the Agile Release Train (ART): Lead the ART ceremonies including Program Increment (PI) planning, Scrum of Scrums, ART Sync, and System Demos to ensure smooth execution.
• Coach and Mentor Teams: Guide teams in adopting Agile practices (Kanban, Scrum, SAFe), helping them improve delivery and overcome challenges.
• Manage Risks and Dependencies: Identify and resolve risks, dependencies, and roadblocks across teams within the train.
• Support Program Increment Planning: Coordinate and facilitate PI planning events, ensuring alignment with business objectives, resources, and timelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead retrospectives at both the team and train level, helping teams identify areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
• Ensure SAFe Compliance: Ensure the train operates within the SAFe framework, maintaining proper processes, roles, and ceremonies.
• Foster Collaboration: Promote communication and collaboration across teams, ARTs, and stakeholders to achieve strategic goals.
• Track and Report Metrics: Provide transparency and insights into ART progress through appropriate metrics, such as burn-down charts, velocity, and PI objectives.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with Product Owners, Business Owners, and other stakeholders to ensure that expectations are met and aligned with delivery goals.