Release Train Engineer - Agile Coach

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Release Train Engineer - Agile Coach!! 

Location: Prague, Czech Republic

Job ID: 50277

As our company continues to grow and remain competitive, it is crucial that we create a sustainable culture of agility with the ability to embrace constant change and move toward common long-term targets.  We are seeking an individual who can lead Agile Release Trains to deliver business outcomes while relentlessly pursuing execution excellence.  This person should be a self-motivator with the determination, organizational skill, and energy to manage change both within the ART and beyond. 

This person should be familiar with and have experience in agile project management (i.e. SCRUM, SAFe, or like) and also be able to teach and coach others on the application of Lean and Agile principles.  This person should have a strong familiarity with common tools for project management such as JIRA, Confluence, or equivalent.   

Who are we? 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

Biometric Identity Technologies (BIO):

At the Biometric Identity Technologies Business Area, within HID, we aim to create a safer world with biometric solutions that enhance everyday life, ensuring trust and reliability in every interaction. As a trusted biometric leader, we seamlessly and ethically protect people, places, and things, where we create a secure and equitable environment where everyone’s data is protected and their privacy respected.

Driven by years of innovation, we offer a broad range of biometric identity technologies for transactions requiring irrefutable proof of identity, such as customer onboarding, fraud prevention, loss prevention, seamless travel, forensic investigation, background checks, border security, and government benefit issuance. We provide peace of mind to a great array of organizations and industries who know that they are getting the highest level of safety and security through trusted identity.

As our Release Train Engineer - Agile Coach, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

• Working with a program team(S) to optimize the flow of value across the entire value stream including both the development and operation value streams
• Working with Product Management to frame product vision, roadmaps and assist in backlog management
• Coordinating across teams and functions for SAFe event preparation and execution
• Facilitating ART level event, release planning
• Being able to mentor/ coach Lean Agile concepts at any level or role (including Senior Management)
• Effective facilitation of both on site and remote working sessions involving few to many participants
• Involved in setting standards for their organization and providing problem solving guidance for decision making that affects not only their business but perhaps other teams in the greater company
• Being able to work with the teams to identify big issues and opportunities for the organization to improve the way solutions and services are evolved and delivered
• Coaching, mentoring, and constructively challenging stakeholders to improve how product strategies are defined, prioritized, measured, and executed to maximize customer and business value
• Applying coaching techniques in addition to mentoring and teaching at any level of the organization and all stakeholders within and external to the ART
• Organizing and Facilitating all ART Events both in person or remote
• Being able to both teach and coach project teams to effectively use agile frameworks (i.e. Scrum or SAFe) that result in positive outcomes in project execution
• Accountable for continuously improving the rigor of effective and consistent project management practice and grow the maturity of agile ways of working
• Teaching and coaching effective design for risk methodologies that improves development teams’ ability to uncover and effectively mitigate unknowns early and continuously within the development cycle
• Being able to assess the use of process automation tools and be able to identify areas of improvement
• Alignment of measurement systems, metrics, strategic goals and customer experience
• Reinforce the adoption of the Product Innovation Process across the company and initiate improvement opportunities in the overall process where needed
• Improving governance processes and visual controls
• Facilitating internal audits and assessments

Your Experience and Background include:  

• Minimum 12+ years of progressive experience in engineering, product development, program management, or related disciplines
• Minimum 5+ years serving as a Release Train Engineer, Agile Coach, or equivalent enterprise Agile leadership role
• Experience in developing effective training materials and approach that has resulted in improved knowledge and skill sets
• Experience in process automation tools
• Experience in facilitation and coaching of cross functional teams
• Comprehensive knowledge and demonstrated application of lean principles and the scientific method to problem solving
• A proven track record of delivering tangible cost savings and/or process improvements that create a better customer experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Organizational Leadership, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Understands the tradeoffs between technical, analytical, and product needs and is able to lead peers/group to solutions that take all fo these needs into account
• Ability to effectively communicate in the English language verbally and in writing
• Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc.
• Be able to create and deliver clear and informative presentations to a wide audience (from shop floor through senior executives)
• Must be able to connect with people at all levels and all parts of the organization to influence, gain trust, and facilitate change    
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Proficient with Project Management tools (ex. Oracle Agile PLM, Confluence, Jira)  

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds

Why apply? 

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers
• Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact accommodations-ext@hidglobal.com.

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.

We would like to inform you that the ‘Procedure for reporting violations of the law applicable at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions Poland S.A company’ has been introduced. , the content of which is available at www.assaabloy.com.pl/pl under Procedures for reporting information on violations of the law or for review at the registered office of Assa Abloy Opening Solutions Poland S.A. 

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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