Release Train Engineer / Agile Implementer

Job description

Position Description:

Be part of building one of the largest independent technology and business services firms in the world. At CGI-Burlington, our success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing our company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. As digital transformation continues to accelerate in the New England area, CGI-Burlington is at the center of this change supporting our clients’ digital journeys and offering our professionals exciting career opportunities. CGI, founded in 1976 on the concept of creating an organization focused on delivering results and exceeding client expectations.

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic Agile SPC/ Implementer plus Release Train Engineer (RTE) to join our growing team. The major responsibilities are to facilitate the Agile Release Train events and processes and assist the teams in delivering value. Help implementing lean agile principles and practices across organizational business units to deliver large scale homogenous solutions created by dedicated groups of teams. Provides guidance and leadership in program design & execution. communicate with stakeholders, escalate impediments, help manage risk, and drive relentless improvement. We are seeking a candidate who has proven leadership skills, the ability to think critically and problem-solve, and a track-record of ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met.

This position can be located in Burlington, MA or Boston, MA.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

1. Manage and optimize the flow of value by steering the Agile Release Trains (ART) to
success and navigating the complexity of delivering software consistently in large
environments. The RTE’s focus is to deliver value by managing program level processes,
execution, and continuous improvement.
2. Coached and Driven teams and business towards a product driven mindset and culture
3. Trained and Coached of Scrum and Kanban teams on Story writing, Ticket intake and
work Flow efficiency with a strong focus on Cycle Times
4. Worked with Business Owners, Product Mangers & Product Owners in creating and
setting up requirement backlogs for Epics and Features
5. Facilitated Planning sessions between Tech teams and Business owners and conducted
monthly outcome-based agile maturity assessments for teams
6. Set up and facilitated PI Planning workshops, dependencies mapping
7. Trained and Coached Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile BA’s, AVP’s and VP’s on SAFe
framework and adoption
8. Establish and communicate the annual calendars for Iterations and Program Increments
(PIs) Facilitate PI Planning readiness

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Must haves:
 At least 1 year experience as an RTE (i.e. leading an ART through 4 Program
Increments) + 3-5 years of experience in Agile/Scrum (Scrum Master, Product
Owner/Manager, Agile Coach, with preference for background as SM/Agile Coach)
 Located on-shore, in US EST or Central time zone and able to travel to MA/NY for onsite
PI Planning facilitation and other workshops as needed
• Nice-to-have:
SAFe RTE certification

Other Information:

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $96,500.00 - $185,500.00.

CGI’s benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs

Skills:

·  Product Owner
·  Release Management
·  SCRUM

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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