M&T Bank
Overview
Embark on an exciting journey as a servant leader and coach, overseeing a program-level Agile Release Train (ART) that comprises multiple cross-functional Agile teams. Apply Agile principles to existing ceremonies—PI planning, ART Synchs, Scrum of Scrums—to inspire and drive success. Ensure all teams within the ART are empowered, maintain transparency into program delivery predictability, and keep stakeholders and team members informed of the ART's progress to foster collaboration and innovation. Primary Responsibilities
Ignite and scale program-level communication and ceremonies, organizing and facilitating PI planning, Scrum of Scrums, ART Synchs, and ART Retrospectives. Forge a strong partnership with Product Managers to align on the value of Epics and Features; nurture an environment that fosters work intake and prioritizes the program backlog. Be the beacon of progress by leveraging program-level metrics, reporting, tools, and dashboards to provide timely updates and align with program objectives. Drive successful value delivery by enabling program-level transparency, predictability, and forecasting; collaborate with teams to coordinate release planning and minimize risks. Navigate obstacles, remove impediments, and champion the ART’s progress; facilitate alignment, identify dependencies, and ensure backlog clarity and prioritization. Guide and mentor Scrum Masters within the ART to become agents of change and growth. Shape Agile practices and principles for Senior Leaders and ART teams; catalyze adoption of Agile methodologies. Collaborate with other RTEs to overcome process hurdles and optimize execution. Utilize agility metrics and performance indicators to drive continuous improvement. Engage actively within Agile Communities of Practice to cultivate a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Manage staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management, and terminations. Uphold company risk and regulatory standards, implement and enhance internal controls, and identify risk-related issues. Uphold M&T's inclusive environment, diversity, and brand values; address audit points promptly. Seize opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Managerial Responsibilities
Directly manage a team of 4–10 Scrum Masters working within the ART. Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years’ experience at the program level across multiple cross-functional teams focused on prioritization, obstacle removal, and stakeholder communication, or equivalent education and 11 years of combined work experience. Minimum of 2 years of proven managerial experience. Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years on an Agile team. Minimum of 2 years as an RTE, Technical Program Manager, or Product Manager. In-depth knowledge of IT execution roles (e.g., Scrum Master, Release Train Engineer, Product Owner). Proven success executing in a scaled Agile environment. Proven track record of maturing agile teams and practices. Experience with program-level reporting. Experience fostering team self‑organization and continuous improvement. Knowledge of Agile and Lean principles. Experience in a Commercial Bank or Financial setting strongly recommended. Understanding of Design Thinking principles. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience leading through influence. Compensation
Annual: $127,274.43 – $212,124.05 USD. Location
Wilmington, Delaware, United States of America.
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Embark on an exciting journey as a servant leader and coach, overseeing a program-level Agile Release Train (ART) that comprises multiple cross-functional Agile teams. Apply Agile principles to existing ceremonies—PI planning, ART Synchs, Scrum of Scrums—to inspire and drive success. Ensure all teams within the ART are empowered, maintain transparency into program delivery predictability, and keep stakeholders and team members informed of the ART's progress to foster collaboration and innovation. Primary Responsibilities
Ignite and scale program-level communication and ceremonies, organizing and facilitating PI planning, Scrum of Scrums, ART Synchs, and ART Retrospectives. Forge a strong partnership with Product Managers to align on the value of Epics and Features; nurture an environment that fosters work intake and prioritizes the program backlog. Be the beacon of progress by leveraging program-level metrics, reporting, tools, and dashboards to provide timely updates and align with program objectives. Drive successful value delivery by enabling program-level transparency, predictability, and forecasting; collaborate with teams to coordinate release planning and minimize risks. Navigate obstacles, remove impediments, and champion the ART’s progress; facilitate alignment, identify dependencies, and ensure backlog clarity and prioritization. Guide and mentor Scrum Masters within the ART to become agents of change and growth. Shape Agile practices and principles for Senior Leaders and ART teams; catalyze adoption of Agile methodologies. Collaborate with other RTEs to overcome process hurdles and optimize execution. Utilize agility metrics and performance indicators to drive continuous improvement. Engage actively within Agile Communities of Practice to cultivate a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Manage staffing, performance appraisals, promotions, salary recommendations, performance management, and terminations. Uphold company risk and regulatory standards, implement and enhance internal controls, and identify risk-related issues. Uphold M&T's inclusive environment, diversity, and brand values; address audit points promptly. Seize opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Managerial Responsibilities
Directly manage a team of 4–10 Scrum Masters working within the ART. Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years’ experience at the program level across multiple cross-functional teams focused on prioritization, obstacle removal, and stakeholder communication, or equivalent education and 11 years of combined work experience. Minimum of 2 years of proven managerial experience. Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years on an Agile team. Minimum of 2 years as an RTE, Technical Program Manager, or Product Manager. In-depth knowledge of IT execution roles (e.g., Scrum Master, Release Train Engineer, Product Owner). Proven success executing in a scaled Agile environment. Proven track record of maturing agile teams and practices. Experience with program-level reporting. Experience fostering team self‑organization and continuous improvement. Knowledge of Agile and Lean principles. Experience in a Commercial Bank or Financial setting strongly recommended. Understanding of Design Thinking principles. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience leading through influence. Compensation
Annual: $127,274.43 – $212,124.05 USD. Location
Wilmington, Delaware, United States of America.
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