Senior Project Manager / Release Train Engineer needed at Apex Group

• Apex is looking for a Release Train Engineer (RTE) to play a crucial role in Agile Release Trains (ARTs), acting as a servant leader and coach in our Group Technology Services portfolio. Key responsibilities and skills typically associated with this role.

Job specification

• Facilitate ART Events and Processes: Organize and lead events such as Program Increment (PI) planning, Scrum of Scrums, and Inspect and Adapt workshops.
• Support Teams in Delivering Value: Assist teams in achieving their goals by removing impediments, managing risks, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Communicate with Stakeholders: Serve as a liaison between product management, development, and operations teams to ensure smooth collaboration.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of relentless improvement by encouraging teams to reflect and adapt their processes.
• Manage Program Increments: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of program increments, ensuring that all teams are synchronized and working towards common goals.

Skills Required:

• Minimum 10 year’s experience in project management with more recent experience in agile project management as Scrum Master or Release Train Engineer.
• Experience in both Technology and Financial Services would be advantageous.
• Managing delivery where reliance may be on either or both external and internal teams or a combination of the two
• Agile and SAFe Expertise: Deep understanding of Agile methodologies and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
• Leadership and Coaching: Ability to lead and mentor teams, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
• Risk Management: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure project success.
• Communication: Strong communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for resolving conflicts and removing obstacles that hinder team progress.
• Ability to think on your feet with good contextual understanding.
• Financial acumen as it pertains to both creating and delivering value.

Qualifications:

• Education: Typically, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or Business.
• Certifications: Common certifications include SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), and SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE).

What you will get in return:

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business;
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience;
• Training and development opportunities