Release Train Engineer (Senior Project Manager) - Business Everyday Banking

Release Train Engineer's (RTE) major responsibilities are to manage and coordinate delivery in line with our Domain operating model, partnering with product owners and engineering as well as all technology teams . RTEs communicate with stakeholders, plan delivery, resolve and escalate impediments, manage finances and risk and drive relentless improvement. 
This role is also a servant leader and a coach for Agile Release Train (ART) and supports the implementation of new and better ways of working using Agile frameworks and methods 
 
YOUR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Devise a delivery plan and facilitate execution across diverse set of Agile development teams to ensure strategy and execution alignment  

• Management of financials including obtaining estimates and resource plans to develop a consolidated forecast, then analysing any variances cross multiple  

• Reporting and communication, including keeping key stakeholders informed of overall progress against the release commitments  

• Provide coaching to help resolve issues across the relevant delivery squads  

• 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  

• Manage dependencies across squads and remove roadblocks to drive outcomes with product owners and business stakeholders  

• Escalation points for dealing with issues, risks and removing bottlenecks/impediments  

• Manage and optimise the flow of value and drive relentless improvement by assessing the agility level with a focus on improvement  

• Coach leaders, teams and Scrum Masters in Agile practices and mindsets and promote a collaborative team environment  

• Management of release readiness including SIT coordination, release approvals and high level deployment planning  

• Contribute to the creation of a strong, capable and engaged team 

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES 

Must have 

• At least 8 years project management experience relating to major IT projects.  

• Experience across Agile and adaptive delivery models and mindsets.  

• Track record of strong experience operating effectively and delivering consistent results in a large complex business.  

• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.  

• Good business awareness and commercial understanding.  

Nice-to-have 

• Tertiary degree in finance, Banking and IT from a recognised institution is preferred. 

• Agile Certification desirable. 

THE BENEFITS AND PERKS 

We appreciate and reward our colleagues who do great work every day – from excelling for our customers, to taking ownership of an issue to get it resolved. Here’s how we support our people with a range of exclusive benefits. 

1. Generous compensation and benefit package  

• Attractive salary  

• 20-day paid annual leave and 7-day paid sick leave 

• 13th month salary and Annual Performance Bonus 

• Premium healthcare for yourself and family members 

• Monthly allowance for team activities 

• Premium welcome kit and occasional gifts of appreciation 

• Extra benefits on your work anniversary 

2. Exciting career and development opportunities   

• Large scale products with modern technologies in banking domain 

• Clear roadmap for career advancement in both technical and leadership pathways 

• Access to digital learning platform such as Udemy 

• Consistent and high-quality leadership training through the Distinctive Leadership program (DLP) 

• Specialist capabilities and accreditations in key skill areas such as Cloud Engineering, Digital, Data, Security and SREs (Site reliability engineers) 

• Professional banking qualifications through the Career Qualified in Banking (CQiB) program accredited by FINSIA. 

• Sponsored English course with native teachers 

• Opportunity for training in Australia 

3. Professional and engaging working environment   

• Hybrid working model and excellent work-life balance 

• State-of-the-art & modern Agile office 

• Food and beverages in the office pantry 

• Employee Assistance Program to improve your physical and mental health 

• Annual team activities and company events 

• A solid and talented team behind you – great people who love what they do 

A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE WORKS BETTER FOR EVERYONE 

We know that our people make us who we are. That's why we have built a culture of respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their true authentic selves at NAB. With our focus on inclusion and diversity, and in partnership with our Employee Resource Groups, NAB is a place where First Nations colleagues, colleagues of all genders, sexualities and ages, carers and colleagues with disability, and colleagues from all cultures, races and religions have the opportunity to thrive, connect and grow. 

We are intent on providing an environment where you can work your way. Ask about our many flexible work options and please let us know if we can provide any adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

CLOUD-FIRST  

NAB is undergoing an exciting "Cloud First" technology transformation by taking advantage of the latest tools and techniques used by leading technology and digital companies globally. But it’s not just about the Tech, we are also investing heavily in our people, so if you have an appetite to learn, grow and elevate others around you, this is the place for you!  

If this excites you, let's have a chat over a cup of coffee!