VP, Digital Release Train Engineer

JOB_POSTING-3-68316-16

Job Description

Role Summary/Purpose:

The VP, Digital Release Train Engineer will be responsible for leading and coaching the PayPal/ Login With Synchrony Agile Release Train, developing new capabilities and releasing these capabilities with our partners. The release train engineer will also be responsible for driving process improvements for the train with the goal of increased speed to market of new features and capabilities.

The release train engineer will work across multiple agile teams with the goal of leading innovative banking solutions to production. This role is responsible for collaborating with scrum masters, product owners, program manager and business leaders in setting the agile roadmap for this train, driving new innovations, and leading the agile teams to deliver technical capabilities in partnership with other teams within the company.

The PayPal/ Login With Synchrony Agile Release Train is a key part of the digital organization at Synchrony and this role will be responsible for cross-train collaboration in planning and managing dependencies across various teams and trains within the company, ensuring that resources are properly aligned and dependencies prioritized across the stakeholder group.

Our Way of Working

We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

You are the right candidate if you…

• Have strong knowledge of The Scaled Agile Framework and have been on or led an Agile Release Train
• Have a proven track record of leading and executing critical business initiatives
• Are passionate about working with large cross functional teams to deliver cutting edge features to clients
• Have creativity, enthusiasm, and energy with a strong "can do" attitude and are result-oriented
• Have superior oral and written communication skills, as well as the ability to manage expectations of the business, clients, team members, management, and external groups
• Are a hands on, self-motivated professional with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple initiatives
  
  

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead large/enterprise agile initiative, utilizing Scaled Agile Methodology
• Facilitate PI planning events
• Directly manage team of scrum masters
• Lead, manage and direct cross-functional resources (IT and Business) as required throughout agile lifecycle
• Manage collaboration across agile team/s, ART, Large Solution, Dependency teams, 3rd Parties, waterfall teams and any other area that aligns with the team’s PI Commitments
• Track execution of features and capabilities
• Plan and communicate with business, Technology leadership, and other key stakeholders regarding agile program status, milestones, issue resolution and escalation.
• Manage risks, dependencies and priority or scope changes that are introduced to the ART
• Manage multimillion- dollar budget
• Coach leaders and teams in lean agile practices and mindset
• Develop effective communication strategy across projects and constituencies
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of Technology experience or equivalent leadership program experience or in lieu of degree High School Diploma/GED and 9 years of IT experience, experience in developing and implementing information systems and project management experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing and implementing information systems
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management and/or scrum master with strong understanding of Agile
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Good listening and communication
• Problem solver and conflict resolver
• Analytical and strong problem solving with a common sense approach to resolving problems
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to execute at a high level with a sense of urgency
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to collaborate with other team members to achieve cooperative global results
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently with minimal direction
• Ability to shepherd multiple concurrent priorities to completion without significant guidance.
• Superior oral, written and client communication skills
  
  

Grade/Level: 12

The salary range for this position is 110,000.00 - 185,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements

• You must be 18 years or older
• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• New hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months’ time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months’ time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don’t meet the time in position or performance expectations).
  
  

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment

When you join us, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard—but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we’re building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks , with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you’ll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

• Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
• If you need special accommodations, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time
  
  

Job Family Group

Information Technology