Johnson & Johnson
Sr Manager, Release Train Engineer
Johnson & Johnson, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Senior Manager, Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support the MedTech Butterfly Transformation. This position can be based remotely in the United States or Brazil. As part of the MedTech
Butterfly transformation , the
Release Train Engineer (RTE)
will play an important role in driving
business agility
and enabling the
Sales workstream
to deliver value at scale. The RTE acts as a
servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART) , facilitating the delivery of high-impact capabilities across global teams while ensuring alignment with enterprise goals, product strategy, and Lean-Agile principles. This role requires deep knowledge of
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) , demonstrable experience orchestrating
multi-functional collaboration , and the ability to navigate complex dependencies and stakeholder dynamics in a regulated, fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities and qualifications follow. Note:
This description reflects a role posting for Johnson & Johnson and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. Responsibilities
Act as Release Train Engineer (RTE) to lead and support the Sales ART in alignment with Butterfly CxM goals Lead and optimize flow of value through the Agile Release Train using Kanban and SAFe metrics Establish and maintain the ART calendar, including Iterations and Program Increments (PIs) Drive PI Planning readiness, enabling synthesis of Vision, Roadmap, and Backlogs through continuous exploration practices Facilitate PI Planning events and associated Pre- and Post-PI planning meetings Supervise the execution of Features and Capabilities across teams and identify risks early Lead ART syncs and System Demos to maintain alignment and visibility across the program Support decision-making through team-level and program-level estimation activities Coach teams, leaders, and Scrum Masters on Lean-Agile best practices Identify, escalate, and remove impediments while helping manage program-level risks and dependencies Advise on resourcing needs and bottleneck mitigation strategies Drive collaboration between teams and partner functions (e.g., Data, Architecture, Engineering) Partner with Product Management, Product Owners, and business partners to ensure strategy-execution alignment Improve DevOps and Release on Demand maturity to enhance value stream performance Collaborate with the Butterfly TMO (Transformation Management Office) to ensure operational excellence and reporting Ensure compliance with Lean Budgeting practices and MedTech financial guardrails Facilitate Inspect & Adapt workshops to drive continuous improvement and elevate team agility Develop Communities of Practice and help embed engineering excellence and Built-In Quality standards Qualifications
Demonstrable experience running Scaled Agile (SAFe) programs in large, matrixed environments Solid understanding of Agile delivery models, with the ability to coach teams and executives in Lean-Agile principles Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills, especially across global and multi-functional stakeholder groups Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Rally, or similar enterprise agile management systems Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and Lean Portfolio Management is preferred Experience working within regulated industries (e.g., MedTech, Pharma, Life Sciences) is a plus SAFe Agilist certification (SA) is required; RTE certification is strongly preferred Up to 10% international travel may be required. Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s): United States - Requisition Number: R-028020 Brazil - Requisition Number: R-032462 Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #JNJTech Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $118,000 to $203,550 The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in Company-provided benefits programs, retirement plans, and paid time off as described in the company benefits link. Additional information can be found through the link below: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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Senior Manager, Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support the MedTech Butterfly Transformation. This position can be based remotely in the United States or Brazil. As part of the MedTech
Butterfly transformation , the
Release Train Engineer (RTE)
will play an important role in driving
business agility
and enabling the
Sales workstream
to deliver value at scale. The RTE acts as a
servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART) , facilitating the delivery of high-impact capabilities across global teams while ensuring alignment with enterprise goals, product strategy, and Lean-Agile principles. This role requires deep knowledge of
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) , demonstrable experience orchestrating
multi-functional collaboration , and the ability to navigate complex dependencies and stakeholder dynamics in a regulated, fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities and qualifications follow. Note:
This description reflects a role posting for Johnson & Johnson and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. Responsibilities
Act as Release Train Engineer (RTE) to lead and support the Sales ART in alignment with Butterfly CxM goals Lead and optimize flow of value through the Agile Release Train using Kanban and SAFe metrics Establish and maintain the ART calendar, including Iterations and Program Increments (PIs) Drive PI Planning readiness, enabling synthesis of Vision, Roadmap, and Backlogs through continuous exploration practices Facilitate PI Planning events and associated Pre- and Post-PI planning meetings Supervise the execution of Features and Capabilities across teams and identify risks early Lead ART syncs and System Demos to maintain alignment and visibility across the program Support decision-making through team-level and program-level estimation activities Coach teams, leaders, and Scrum Masters on Lean-Agile best practices Identify, escalate, and remove impediments while helping manage program-level risks and dependencies Advise on resourcing needs and bottleneck mitigation strategies Drive collaboration between teams and partner functions (e.g., Data, Architecture, Engineering) Partner with Product Management, Product Owners, and business partners to ensure strategy-execution alignment Improve DevOps and Release on Demand maturity to enhance value stream performance Collaborate with the Butterfly TMO (Transformation Management Office) to ensure operational excellence and reporting Ensure compliance with Lean Budgeting practices and MedTech financial guardrails Facilitate Inspect & Adapt workshops to drive continuous improvement and elevate team agility Develop Communities of Practice and help embed engineering excellence and Built-In Quality standards Qualifications
Demonstrable experience running Scaled Agile (SAFe) programs in large, matrixed environments Solid understanding of Agile delivery models, with the ability to coach teams and executives in Lean-Agile principles Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills, especially across global and multi-functional stakeholder groups Experience with Agile tools such as Jira, Rally, or similar enterprise agile management systems Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and Lean Portfolio Management is preferred Experience working within regulated industries (e.g., MedTech, Pharma, Life Sciences) is a plus SAFe Agilist certification (SA) is required; RTE certification is strongly preferred Up to 10% international travel may be required. Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s): United States - Requisition Number: R-028020 Brazil - Requisition Number: R-032462 Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #JNJTech Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $118,000 to $203,550 The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis. Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in Company-provided benefits programs, retirement plans, and paid time off as described in the company benefits link. Additional information can be found through the link below: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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