Release Train Engineer

4 days ago


Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

About us The Ministry of Social Development is a people-centred organisation. We're in communities across the motu, working with partners to help New Zealanders be safe, strong and independent. We provide social policy and advice to government and assistance, including income, employment and housing support to people of all ages, families, whānau and communities. As a Te Tiriti o Waitangi partner we are committed to supporting and enabling Māori, whānau, hapū, Iwi and communities to realise their own potential and aspirations. Our people are as diverse as the communities we serve. We care about the wellbeing and success of our people and provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where people can thrive and be who they are.

Release Train Engineer

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) is one of New Zealand's largest government departments,providing services to support individuals, families, and communities. The work we do is crucially important with high expectations - and we are passionate about it. We collaborate with other government and nongovernment organisations, advisory and industry groups, communities and iwi.
MSD is embarking on an exciting transformation and we have an extensive work programme underway. Have a look at our Technology Strategy. The Improvement, Systems and Technology team is all about enabling people and partners with improved services and effective technologies so New Zealanders can easily access the support they need.
Come and join an amazing team of talent, together we aim to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of New Zealanders.

The Opportunity
Over the last five years we have been evolving our delivery approach based on agile at scale and we are looking for a talented Release Train Engineer to join us permanently within our IST Identity and Security Teamhere at the Ministry of Social Development.
As a Release Train Engineer, you will have the opportunity to operate across multiple products, services and contribute to the delivery of strategic value through the coordination and sequencing of release train activities.
You will work closely with our Group General Manager, Improvement, Systems and Technology and our Head of Technology Security.

The key elements and responsibilities within the role are
- Accountability for the overall planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of value through programmes
- Facilitate Agile release execution and planning events, including but not limited to progressive elaboration of breaking down large units of work into epics and features in collaboration of scrum masters and their squads
- Summarise Team PI Objectives into Program PI Objectives. Publish findings for visibility and transparency for viewers
- Encourage collaboration between teams
- Work alongside Product and Portfolio Management, Product Owners and stakeholders to help ensure strategy and execution alignment
- Coach and guide leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in Agile practices and mindsets, whilst promoting a collaborative team environment
- Develop, maintain and identify improvements for the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of the MSD digital work programme
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the methodology and processes associated with Scaled Agile execution framework
- Ability to identify potential risks, opportunities and issues across multiple disciplines and understand design constraints

The illustrated abilities you can bring to the role
- Proven operation management experience of delivery within a large, complex agile technology environment
- Experience in negotiating constructive outcomes in complex environments with competing priorities
- An excellent eye for detail with the ability to clear written and verbal communication
- Previous proven experience as a Release Train Engineer, Scrum Lead or Agile Coach
- Proven experience in critical thinking within a large and complex working environment
- Ability to develop high quality reporting and analytical information providing interpretation, insights and guidance at an executive level
- Proven experience working at executive level alongside senior leadership
- Confident in making decisions that can impact in providing results, meeting deadlines and budget allocations

How can we support you?
We are an organisation that has people at the centre of our work.
At MSD we understand that our people do to their best, when they can be their best and we're committed to fostering a work culture that is diverse, inclusive, and supportive. We offer structures and tools such as Flexible working arrangements, Health Insurance and Vision care, Childcare Assistance and Information for Parents/Caregivers, Westpac Government Employee Pac, MSD Wellbeing Plan and Learning and Capability Study Assistance to support our people and their development.

Position Description

**Salary range**: $124,872.00 - $187,308.00

How to apply

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