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What Youll do:
Groundswell is seeking a Lead Agile Release Train (ART) Engineer/Advanced Scrum Master to support a mission-critical Department of Defense SAP program. This role serves as the senior SAFe execution leader responsible for driving alignment delivery predictability and continuous improvement across a large-scale SAP Agile Release Train (ART).
Operating within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) the ART Engineer partners closely with Product Management SAP functional and technical leadership Scrum Masters and government stakeholders to ensure disciplined execution while meeting DoD governance security and contractual requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead and facilitate all ART-level ceremonies including PI Planning ART Sync Scrum of Scrums System Demos and Inspect & Adapt ensuring disciplined execution and accountability
Drive end-to-end program execution across multiple SAP teams by managing cross-team dependencies release sequencing and delivery risks
Partner with Product Management System Architects SAP functional and technical leads and program leadership to align delivery with DoD mission objectives and contractual commitments
Act as the primary escalation point for ART-level risks impediments and dependency conflicts; drive resolution across organizational and vendor boundaries
Provide oversight and guidance to Scrum Masters Product Owners and Agile leaders increasing SAFe maturity and execution consistency across the ART
Ensure integrated SAP release planning across functional areas (e.g. S/4HANA finance logistics HR integrations custom development) while maintaining solution integrity
Deliver clear concise communication to government and contractor stakeholders regarding progress risks delivery predictability and outcomes
Ensure Agile execution aligns with DoD governance compliance security and reporting requirements
Facilitate Inspect & Adapt activities and leverage delivery metrics (flow predictability quality) to drive continuous performance improvement
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree (or higher) in Computer Science Engineering Information Systems or related field
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret level security clearance. Preference will be given to candidates who possess an active DOD clearance.
10 years of experience in IT delivery program management or Agile leadership roles
35 years of experience operating within SAFe at scale including hands-on experience as a Release Train Engineer or equivalent role
2 years Agile software development experience
Proven experience leading large complex programs involving SAP implementations or sustainment
Demonstrated experience supporting DoD or federal government programs
Strong executive-level facilitation communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively in highly regulated security-focused environments
This is a remote role with travel as required to support the program (Conferences or meetings expect less than 10%)
Preferred Qualifications
SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) and/or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) certification
Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations
SAP Experience in one or more of the following areas: Budget FM FI CM PS CO PPS Payments MM SD PS SCM D&S QM BTP.
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Certification:
Why Youll Never Want to Leave:
Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement certification programs and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option
The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
$102213.00 - $180783.00
NOTE:Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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