Principal Release Train Engineer

Job Overview:

The Principal Release Train Engineer is responsible for providing program management support to the ART. This role supports the following EPMO service offerings:

• Program Management

• ART Management

• Quality Management

• Reporting

• Budget Management

• Governance of processes, standards, etc.

The Principal Release Train Engineer works closely with project/scrum teams and reports directly to the Technology Portfolio Management Lead.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the scrum teams in the ART in using Agile methodology and scrum practices to meet defined OKRs for the program/train

• Program Manage and Drive key cross-train/business deliverables across AI teams and Analytics teams, as needed

• Manage Enterprise-wide AI initiatives and report out status to leadership

• Collaborate across the enterprise to manage dependencies and risks

• Drive the ART events – especially PI Planning which involves aligning goals, commitments, and dependencies across multiple teams

• Track progress of PI Objectives and report – Demonstrate how much work in progress and in backlog. Priority and dependencies

• Stay aligned with Technology, Product and Business to ensure all are working towards shared outcomes

• Arbitrate and resolve conflict within the program when necessary. Understand appropriate paths and methods for escalation

• Manage intake requests and manage within allocated budget involving right stakeholders to prioritize as needed

• Actively identify and remove bottlenecks, dependencies, and other roadblocks that hinder the ART's ability to deliver value efficiently. 

• Drive Release Planning and Execution – Releases to production, being able to provide dates and the important artifacts.

• Summarize in high-level business terms monthly and quarterly status and risks, and manage/report At Risk deliverables to leadership when needed.

• Ensure JIRA is accurate and updated for the train as required per Iteration.

• Collaborate with partners, such as Release Management, to ensure smooth implementation of changes.

• Drive the SDLC documentation approval process

• Coverage of software releases, ensuring that releases go to plan, and driving any issues that may occur to resolution.

• Facilitate risk identification and management processes to proactively address potential issues that could impede the delivery of solutions

• Review timesheets for Scrum Teams, ensuring that appropriate billing practices are being adhered to and budget consumed is tracked

• Support the product owners and provide education where needed.

What are we looking for?

We want strong collaborators who can deliver a world-class client experience. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, are client-focused, team oriented, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience as RTE/Program Manager managing large IT programs with multi-million dollar budgets up to $15M

• 10+ years of experience managing the development team’s project from initiation to production support (and multiple scrum teams)

• 10+ years of experience working collaboratively with Development teams, Enterprise Arch, QA, Release Management and Infrastructure teams to resolve technical requirements.

• 10+ years of experience providing regular written and verbal communication to leadership throughout the lifecycle of the project.

• 10+ years of experience managing complex technical projects (which includes teams outside your Scrum ownership)

Core Competencies:

• Strong communication, interpersonal and mentoring skills.

• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.

• Self-motivation and ability to stay focused in a dynamic delivery environment.

• Adaptability

• Outstanding attention to detail combined with the ability to see the big picture

• Teamwork

• Creative Problem Solving

• Professionalism

Preferences:

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project or similar tools

• Strong working knowledge of JIRA, Aha!, Confluence or similar tools

• BA Degree preferred

• Demonstrable experience managing projects that build AI platform and ML/Ops and/or AI Business solutions

• Program management

• SAFe RTE certified

• Experience monitoring and managing vendor performance

 

Pay Range:

$130,425-$217,375/year
 Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace. LPL supports over 29,000 financial advisors and the wealth-management practices of 1,100 financial institution, servicing and custodying approximately $1.9 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 7 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!

• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!

• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!

• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!

• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!

• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!

• Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. Learn more here!

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum.  During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.

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