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CTG is seeking to fill a Release Train Engineer I opening for our client in New York.

**Location:** Buffalo, NY

**Duration:** 18 months

Overview:

+ Provides servant leadership and coaching to a program-level Agile Release Train (ART) containing multiple cross-functional agile teams.

+ Applies Agile principles, including Program Increment (PI) planning and Scrum of Scrums.

+ Ensures all teams within the ART are positioned to deliver value to the Company.

+ Maintains transparency into program delivery predictability and forecasting.

+ Supports ART teams by removing impediments and ensuring the program backlog is defined and prioritized.

+ Keeps the program on track to ensure successful delivery of value.

Primary Responsibilities:

+ Organize and facilitate program-level communication and ceremonies, including PI Planning events, Scrum of Scrums, ART Synchs, and retrospectives.

+ Work closely with Senior Product Owners to prioritize the program backlog and distribute work.

+ Provide program-level reporting, tools, and dashboards to inform stakeholders.

+ Ensure successful delivery of value through program-level transparency, predictability, and release planning activities.

+ Manage risks, facilitate alignment, provide transparency, and remove impediments within the ART.

+ Lead and coach Scrum Masters within the ART.

+ Influence senior leaders and coach ART teams to use Agile practices and principles.

+ Collaborate with other RTEs to resolve process issues and optimize execution.

+ Participate in and grow Agile Communities of Practice.

+ Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards.

+ Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the client’s brand.

+ Maintain internal control standards and implement audit recommendations.

+ Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities:

+ Drive alignment, delivery, and progress across multiple agile teams.

+ Support a culture of continuous improvement and Agile best practices.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

+ Direct management responsibility for 4–10 Scrum Masters within the ART.

+ Oversee staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management, and terminations.

Education and Experience Required:

+ Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years of experience in business, technology, or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

+ Proven experience using Agile in a business environment.

+ Advanced skills in Jira and Target Process.

+ Strong skills in reporting and capacity planning.

+ Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification (e.g., SAFe RTE, SAFe SPC).

+ Prior experience as a Release Train Engineer or similar program-level role.

+ Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.

+ Experience influencing senior leadership.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact **JoAnn Abramo at [email protected]** . Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $120,000 to $190,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. A competitive benefits package is also offered.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .

Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.