KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DECISION OWNERSHIP:

• Coordinate and manage the planning and execution of AI projects within the Agile Release Train.
• Lead and coach Agile Release Train composed of multiple cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate PI Planning, Program Increment (PI) Execution, System Demo and other Agile ceremonies.
• Monitor and measure ART key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and identify improvement areas. Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and product managers.
• Manage dependencies and risks across multiple teams, ensuring timely resolution of impediments.
• Ensure that AI initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality.
• Drive continuous improvement in AI project delivery processes and practices by conducting retrospectives.
• Align AI projects with Vodafone’s strategic goals and objectives.

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong experience with Agile methodologies and frameworks (e.g., SAFe, Scrum).
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts and technologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration and deployment.
• Experience with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps).

NON TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• A proactive and innovative mindset.

NOT A PERFECT FIT?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

WHO WE ARE

You may have already heard of Vodafone - We’re a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.
As part of our global family, whether that’s Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you’ll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.
Together we can.

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At Vodafone, our strategy revolves around three core pillars: Customer, Simplicity, and Growth. As we focus on enhancing our internal capabilities in AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI, the role of an AI Release Train Engineer becomes pivotal. This role will support our technology department in driving innovation, improving customer experiences, and simplifying our operations through advanced AI solutions.
The AI Release Train Engineer (RTE) will be responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of AI-related projects within the Agile Release Train (ART). This role involves ensuring that AI initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality. The AI RTE will lead multiple global squads and play a crucial role in facilitating communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement, and aligning AI projects with Vodafone’s strategic goals.