Release Train Engineer

Ready to take your career global?Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for a Release Train Engineer to join our ever-evolving Alternative Payment Methods team and help shape the future of global commerce.What you’ll ownThe Release Train Engineer (RTE) is a servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART). The RTE’s major responsibility is to assist multi-functional teams in delivering value.Although Agile Release Trains (ARTs) are composed of self-organizing and self-managing teams, trains don’t drive or steer themselves on autopilot. That responsibility falls to the RTE. They have a solid grasp of how to scale Lean and Agile practices and understand the unique opportunities and challenges associated with facilitating and continuously aligning a large development program.RTEs typically fulfil the following responsibilities:Establish and communicate the annual calendars for Iterations and Program Increments (PIs)Understand and operate within Lean Budgets and ensure adherence to GuardrailsWork with the Agile Program Management Office (APMO) on program execution and operational excellenceManage and optimize the flow of value through the ART using various tools, such as the Program Kanban and other information radiatorsFacilitate PI Planning readiness by fostering a Continuous Exploration process that drives alignment and the synthesis of a Vision, a Roadmap, and Backlogs, and through Pre- and Post-PI Planning eventsAssist with economic decision-making by facilitating feature and capability estimation by teams and the roll-up to Epics, where necessary Coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in Lean-Agile practices and mindsetsFacilitate quarterly PI planning events and periodic synchronization events, including the ART sync and System DemosSummarize Team PI Objectives into Program PI Objectives (the RTE) and publish them for visibility and transparencyAssist in tracking the execution of features and capabilities and support teams’ commitmentsHelp manage risks and dependenciesEscalate and track impedimentsProvide input on resourcing to address critical bottlenecksEncourage collaboration between teams and System and Solution Architects/EngineeringWork with Product and Solution Management, Product Owners, and other stakeholders to help ensure strategy and execution alignment Improve the flow of value through value streams by improving and assessing the practices associated with DevOps and Release on Demand in the Continuous Delivery PipelineHelp drive the Lean User Experience (UX) innovation cycleDrive relentless improvement via Inspect and Adapt workshops; assess the agility level of the ART and help them improveFoster Communities of Practice and the use of engineering and Built-In Quality practicesEncourage and support the personal development of each individual and the development of teamsWhat you’ll bringDemonstrated Release Train Engineer experience in organizing, planning and executing large-scale projects from conception through implementation. Experience coordinating multiple teams in a technology environmentHighly effective verbal and written communication skills for the purpose of providing and explaining technical and project related information to clients, vendors, senior management, and staffA broad range of program management and leadership skillsStrong knowledge and experience in software development and value delivery in an Agile environmentSome key certifications:Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification or equivalentSAFe Certified Release Train Engineer certification or equivalentIn addition, as servant leaders RTEs must have the ability to:Foster a culture of openness, and the appreciation of openness in othersCreate an environment of trust and mutual influenceListen and support teams in problem identification and decision-makingBring simplicity to complex situationsListen actively and understand / empathize with othersCoach people with powerful questions rather than use authorityThink beyond day-to-day activities and apply systems thinkingEasily build new relationships and proactively establish a variety of contacts across the organizationWork in global multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural teamsBalance concurrent activitiesIt’s a bonus if you haveICAgile Professional Certification in Agile Team Facilitation (ICP-AFT) or equivalentProject Management Institute – Agile Certified Professional or equivalentA background in payments, fintech, or a similar regulated environment.Certified Scrum Professional (CSP) certification or equivalentAbout the teamOur inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.What makes a Globalpayer?Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.#LI-AB1 #J-18808-Ljbffr