TekStaff's Client has a current vacancy for a Release Train Strategist Duration : This is a 12 months contract located in Toronto, Ont /Hybrid Job Description SUMMARY OF DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Summary: The main function of a release train strategist is to coordinate and guide the planning, deployment, and delivery of software across various teams within the organization. A typical release train strategist is responsible for ensuring that the release train operates smoothly, adhering to schedules, and meets the predetermined goals of the business.

Job Responsibilities:

• Facilitate program increment (PI) planning sessions, ensuring alignment of team objectives with the organizational vision.
• Monitor progress across teams to ensure adherence to timelines and manage interdependencies within the release train.
• Proactively identify and resolve obstacles and issues that affect release schedules and product quality.
• Work with product management and other stakeholders to define and prioritize features and capabilities for forthcoming releases. - Encourage collaboration and improve communication between teams, fostering a continuous improvement of culture.
• Generate and report key metrics to track release train performance and ensure continuous delivery is optimized

MUST-HAVE Hard Skills:

1.) 2+ years of RTE experience 2.) Strong understanding of money movement, transfers (global, electronic) 3.) Strong working knowledge of Scaled Agile 4.) Experience using Jira and Confluence

SOFT SKILLS: 1.) Very strong and clear communication (written and verbal) 2.) Strong problem-solving skills 3.) Strong facilitation skills 4.) Self-motivated, well organized, able to work both independently and in a team environment 5.) Attention to detail and someone who is a self-starter and adaptable

NICE-TO-HAVE

1.) Experience using Clarity 2.) Scrum Master or Safe Agile or RTE certifications 3.) Prior client experience

TekStaff may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.