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.
