Vice President, Release Train Engineer II

NA; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Vice President, Release Train Engineer II in Jersey City, NJ. This role involves facilitating Agile processes, coaching teams, and managing program flow while promoting SAFe adoption. Candidates should have strong Lean-Agile knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a relevant degree.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Lean-Agile principles and frameworks, especially SAFe.
• Experience in managing agile projects of varying complexity.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating Agile Release Train (ART) events and processes.
• Supporting teams in achieving objectives and delivering value.
• Managing risks, dependencies, and ensuring alignment with strategy.

Skills

Facilitation

Coaching

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Vice President, Release Train Engineer II

We are seeking a Vice President, Release Train Engineer II to join our team in Jersey City, NJ. The Release Train Engineer (RTE) acts as a servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART), facilitating development events, assisting teams in delivering value, and driving continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include facilitating ART events, managing risks and dependencies, coaching teams in SAFe and Agile methodologies, and acting as a liaison among stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• Facilitating Agile Release Train (ART) events and processes
• Supporting teams in achieving objectives and delivering value
• Communicating with stakeholders and escalating impediments
• Managing risks, dependencies, and ensuring alignment with strategy
• Driving continuous improvement and integration
• Coaching leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in Agile practices
• Managing and optimizing program flow, facilitating PI Planning
• Tracking and reporting on progress and value delivery
• Promoting SAFe adoption within teams
• Acting as a liaison between Engineering, Product Management, and Practice teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field; advanced degree preferred
• Strong knowledge of Lean-Agile principles and frameworks, especially SAFe
• Experience in managing agile projects of varying complexity
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and communication skills
• Ability to resolve conflicts and drive decisions

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Adaptability, resilience, and strategic thinking
• Servant leadership and social intelligence

This role does not have direct reports and is based in Jersey City, NJ. BNY values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive work environment.