Release Train Engineer (RTE)

S&P Global•Princeton, NJ

1d•$120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The S&P Global Energy team aims to accelerate the transformation from product-centric to platform-centric software engineering practices within an Agile development methodology, specifically utilizing the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). This person will play a pivotal role in optimizing the flow of value across an entire Agile Release Train (ART). This role is part of a broader context of major strategic initiatives aimed at extending our market leadership, enhancing customer experience, and implementing next-generation software technology. You will be responsible for orchestrating value delivery across multiple Scrum/Agile teams, ensuring alignment and execution of large-scale, strategic programs. In short, it represents an exciting and visible opportunity to join our team during a dynamic period of fundamental organizational and operational changes.

Requirements

9+ years of experience playing a Scrum Master role for a software development team, diligently applying Scrum principles.
2+ years of direct experience as a Release Train Engineer (RTE), successfully launching and running at least three or more Program Increments (PIs) in a SAFe environment.
SAFe Mastery: Deep, practical capability in applying and tailoring the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) to optimize value delivery at the program level.
Tooling: Expert-level experience with commonly used tools for managing an ART, such as Azure DevOps, Rally, or Jira Align, including configuring boards and generating program-level metrics.
Communication & Conflict: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to facilitate discussions and resolve conflict at the program and stakeholder level.
Servant Leadership: Demonstrates strong servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, and continual improvement skills.

Nice To Haves

Certifications: Current SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification preferred
Advanced Certifications: SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or other advanced SAFe certifications (e.g., SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM)).
Technical Knowledge: Knowledge and/or experience with DevOps practices, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), and Lean-Agile Budgeting.
Other Agile Approaches: Knowledge of other scaling models or Agile approaches: LeSS, Nexus, Kanban, XP, etc.
Domain Expertise: Previous experience in the financial services or commodities/energy sector.

Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate the Agile Release Train (ART) events, including PI Planning, Inspect & Adapt (I&A) Workshops, Scrum of Scrums, and the ART Sync.
Coach ART leaders, Scrum Masters, and teams in Lean-Agile practices and mindsets. Drive the overall adoption and improvement of SAFe within the train.
Establish and communicate the annual calendars for Iterations and Program Increments (PIs). Work with Product and Solution Management, and other stakeholders to help ensure strategy and execution alignment.
Manage and escalate impediments, risks, and dependencies for the ART. Coordinate with other ARTs and shared services.
Ensure clear, objective reporting on PI execution status, feature delivery, and system predictability to stakeholders, including executive leadership.
Assist with budgeting and resource capacity planning for the ART.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the ART, driving the outcomes of the I&A event and ensuring improvement items are owned and executed.
Act as a servant leader and change agent, fostering a trusting and safe environment where problems can be raised and resolved without fear of blame, retribution, or being judged.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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