Release Train Engineer

at  Amach

ABOUT US:

Amach is an industry-leading technology driven company with headquarters located in Dublin and remote teams in UK and Europe.
Our blended teams of local and nearshore talent are optimised to deliver high quality and collaborative solutions.
Established in 2013, we specialise in cloud migration and development, digital transformation including agile software development, DevOps, automation, data and machine learning…
As a Release Train Engineer you will play a critical role in facilitating and coordinating Agile Release Trains (ARTs), ensuring the seamless delivery of value through Agile teams. You will be tasked with guiding collaboration, alignment, and continuous improvement within the program. You will be an essential player in planning, facilitating and executing Program Increment (PI) planning, managing risks and dependencies, tracking key performance metrics and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in Agile methodologies, be highly organised, and possess exemplary communication and facilitation skills.
Please note this is a hybrid role and the successful candidate is expected to work from our customer’s Dublin office at least once a week.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Skilled in working in Agile environments, with experience as a Release Train Engineer
• Solid knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and its implementation within large organisations
• Demonstrated experience in PI Planning, System Demos and other ART ceremonies
• Experience in managing program-level risks, impediments and dependencies in a cross-functional environment
• Proficient in using Agile project management tools
• Remarkable communication, facilitation and management skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Amach is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This job description is intended to convey essential responsibilities and qualifications for this role, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks that an employee may be required to perform.
If you are passionate about driving customer success, advising on strategic solutions, and contributing to product innovation, we would love to hear from you!

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At Amach, we strive to be an inclusive community of open-minded individuals with different backgrounds and we are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly believe that a diversity of experience and background is essential to create a fulfilling environment and better solutions for our people and our customers. All Amach employees and contractors are expected to honour this policy and act to ensure that every individual is respected in the workplace.

• Facilitate ART Events: Plan and execute Program Increment (PI) planning, System Demos, Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops, and other ART ceremonies
• Coordinate Across Teams: Ensure alignment and collaboration among Agile teams, Product Owners, and other stakeholders
• Manage Risks and Dependencies: Identify, track, and mitigate risks and dependencies that may impact the ART’s delivery
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and performance of the ART
• Metrics and Reporting: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide visibility into the ART’s progress and performance
• Support Agile Practices: Promote and support Agile practices and principles within the ART and the organization
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and open communication with all stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure alignment and transparency