Release Train Engineer

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We're looking for a Release Train Engineer to join our ever-evolving Payouts team and help shape the future of global commerce.

What you’ll own

• Program Execution: Manage and optimise the flow of value through the Agile Release Train using various tools and methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban and other visual management tools.
• Planning and Facilitation: Facilitate PI (Program Increment) planning events, system demos, and Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops. Ensure alignment of deliverables with business priorities.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage risks and dependencies. Implement mitigation strategies and ensure that the ART remains on track.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement by facilitating retrospectives and promoting a culture of feedback and learning within the ART.
• Technical Guidance: Provide technical leadership and support to teams, ensuring adherence to best practices in software development.
• Collaboration: Foster collaboration between teams, stakeholders, and external dependencies. Act as a liaison between the ART and other parts of the organisation.
• Metrics and Reporting: Track and report on ART performance metrics, such as velocity, quality, and delivery timelines. Use data to drive decision-making and improvements.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in Lean-Agile practices and mindsets. Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• PPM Tool Knowledge: Oversee the use of Agile tools (e.g. Clarity, JIRA, Tempo) to ensure effective tracking and management of work items and progress.

What you'll bring

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in an Agile role (e.g., Scrum Master, Agile Coach, or RTE)
• Proven experience in managing large-scale Agile projects and Release Trains
• Certifications: SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or other relevant Agile certifications
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrate knowledge of software development practices, DevOps, CI/CD, and Agile scaling frameworks
• Soft Skills: Excellent leadership, communication, and facilitation skills. Ability to manage conflicts and drive consensus
• Agile Frameworks: Deep understanding of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and its implementation
• Deep knowledge of Jira/ Confluence tooling
• Familiarity with industry best practices around security and access policies

It’s a bonus if you have

• Knowledge of the payments and fintech industry

About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

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About Us

At Global Payments (NYSE : GPN), we empower simple, fast, secure payments for everyone. And to do that, we’ve built a complete, worldwide commerce ecosystem that delivers software and services at scale to millions of companies around the world—from ambitious startups to global enterprises.

Our team of 27,000 experts is dedicated to your success. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we're a Fortune 500® company and a member of the S&P 500 with worldwide reach spanning North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. Wherever you are—or wherever you want to be—we’re there, ready to support you.

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