Release Train Engineer for Fiber and Mobile Planning Networks

Company Description

Our brand Deutsche Telekom IT Solutions Slovakia entered the life of Košice region in 2006 under the name of T-Systems Slovakia and ever since has been inextricably linked with the region when became one of the founding members of Košice IT Valley. We have managed to grow from scratch to the second largest employer in the eastern part of the country with more than 3900 employees. Our goal is to proactively find new ways to improve and continuously transform into the type of company providing innovative information and communication technology services.

Job Description

The Release Train Engineer (RTE) is like the master conductor of a fast-paced software development orchestra. They ensure that all the teams within a release train are in sync and working towards a common goal- the smooth delivery of software releases. They are the problem-solvers who remove roadblocks, foster collaboration, and keep everyone on track, ensuring that the train keeps moving forward with efficiency and precision.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Facilitate the end-to-end agile release processes, ensuring efficient coordination and synchronization across Agile Release Train (ART).
• Facilitate ART events such as PI (Program Increment) Planning, System Demos, Inspect and Adapt Workshops, and Scrum of Scrums, ensuring effective communication and alignment across teams.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Development teams to define and prioritize program backlogs, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software releases.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, including business leaders and technical teams, to foster a culture of transparency, collaboration, and customer-centricity.
• Identify and remove impediments and roadblocks that hinder the progress of agile teams, ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Act as a servant leader, coaching and mentoring teams on Agile principles, methodologies, and modern technology practices.
• Monitor and report on key performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for process improvements and optimization.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and advocate for their adoption within the organization.

Qualifications

YOU WILL SUCCEED IF YOU:

• Hold Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Have proven experience as a Release Train Engineer (RTE) or in a similar role, facilitating Agile processes and driving successful software releases
• Have strong understanding of Agile methodologies (e.g., SAFe, Scrum) and experience working within Agile frameworks.
• Familiar with modern software development practices, DevOps principles, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Have strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and delivering business value.
• Hold certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., SAFe RTE, CSM, PSM) is highly desirable.
• Speak English at least at C1 level (excellent written and verbal communication). Knowledge of German is a big advantage.

Additional Information

Benefits

We believe in balance between work and personal life. An attractive and extensive work-life balance portfolio guarantees lasting motivation for employees and thus a better quality of life, promotes physical and mental well-being and contributes to a positive work environment. All this with the aim of providing more freedom in reconciling work, career growth, private life and individual lifestyle. Therefore we offer to our employees over 25 different benefits to improve their personal and professional life in these areas:

• Financial benefits
• Benefits with focus on learning and development
• Benefits with focus on health and sport
• Benefits with focus on family and work – life balance
• Other benefits

For more information about our benefits click to Benefits

Salary

Final salary is negotiable.

We are offering base salary depending on seniority level and previous experience of candidate. In addition to base salary we provide variable part and other financial benefits. Base salary will not be lower than 2000 € /brutto.

Additional information

* Please be informed that our remote working possibility is only available within Slovakia due to European taxation regulation.