Job Description
Release Train Engineer
Job Location:  Lodz, Katowice
Location Flexibility:  Primary Location Only
Req Id:  5036
Posting Start Date:  2/10/26

At Fujitsu, our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. Founded in Japan in 1935, Fujitsu has been a pioneer in technology and innovation for decades. Today, as a world-leading digital transformation partner, we are committed to transforming business and society in the digital age.

With approximately 130,000 employees across over 50 countries, Fujitsu offers a broad range of products, services, and solutions. We collaborate with our customers to co-create solutions that drive enterprise-wide digitalization while actively working to address social issues and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

 

What’s the role about?

The primary purpose of a Release Train Engineer (RTE) is to ensure the smooth operation of the Agile Release Train (ART), which is a key component of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). The RTE acts as a servant leader and facilitator for the ART, which consists of multiple Agile teams working together to deliver value consistently. RTE organizes and leads Program Increment (PI) Planning events, ensuring that all teams within the ART are aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. The RTE identifies and resolves obstacles that may hinder the progress of the ART, fostering collaboration among teams and ensuring effective communication between teams and stakeholders. Identifies and mitigates risks that could impact the ART's ability to deliver value. By encouraging continuous improvement, the RTE helps teams enhance their processes and practices. Monitors key performance indicators to ensure that teams are on track and meeting their goals. The RTE provides coaching and support to teams to help them mature in their Agile practices. They lead Agile ceremonies such as Scrum of Scrums, retrospectives, and Inspect and Adapt sessions. The RTE plays a critical role in coordinating and supporting the efforts of multiple Agile teams, ensuring that they work together effectively to deliver high-quality products and services. 

 

Who are we looking for?

  • Organizing and leading Program Increment (PI) Planning events. 

  • Ensuring alignment of Agile Release Train (ART) with organizational goals. 

  • Identifying and resolving impediments that hinder ART progress. 

  • Fostering collaboration among Agile teams and stakeholders. 

  • Mitigating risks that could impact the ART’s ability to deliver value. 

  • Encouraging continuous improvement within teams. 

  • Monitoring key performance indicators to track progress. 

  • Providing coaching and support to Agile teams. 

  • Leading Agile ceremonies such as Scrum of Scrums and retrospectives. 

  • Ensuring adherence to SAFe principles and practices. 

  • Facilitating communication between teams and stakeholders. 

  • Managing the flow of value through the ART. 

  • Coordinating and aligning ART activities with strategic goals. 

  • Serving as a liaison between product management, development, and operations teams. 

  • Maintaining calendars for program increments. 

  • Implementing and monitoring PI planning events. 

  • Supporting teams in maximizing delivery value. 

  • Navigating organizational challenges to maintain progress. 

  • Promoting a culture of continuous learning and adaptation. 

  • Tracking and measuring team performance for continuous improvement. 

  • Facilitating value stream mapping and optimizing flow. 

  • Providing feedback and encouraging reflection within teams. 

  • Building trust within and between teams and stakeholders. 

  • Supporting leadership in understanding and embracing Agile practices. 

  • Conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies. 

  • Ensuring effective use of Agile tools and software. 

  • Facilitating Inspect and Adapt workshops. 

  • Managing dependencies between teams and ARTs. 

  • Supporting the development of high-quality deliverables. 

  • Encouraging innovation and experimentation within teams. 

  • Aligning team efforts with business priorities. 

  • Monitoring and reporting on ART progress to stakeholders. 

  • Facilitating the resolution of cross-team conflicts. 

  • Ensuring teams adhere to Agile best practices. 

  • Supporting the continuous delivery pipeline. 

 

Competencies: 

  • Deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean) and the ability to assess team maturity. 

  • Strong coaching skills to guide teams, Scrum Masters, and Product Owners, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. 

  • Expertise in facilitating Agile ceremonies, workshops, and meetings to ensure productive and effective collaboration. 

  • Ability to manage and facilitate organizational change, helping teams transition to Agile practices. 

  • Skills to address and resolve conflicts within teams, maintaining a healthy working environment. 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey Agile principles and practices. 

  • Ability to work closely with stakeholders to align Agile practices with business goals. 

  • Strong problem-solving skills to identify and address issues that hinder team performance. 

  • Inspirational and motivational leadership to drive Agile adoption and foster a collaborative culture. 

  • Flexibility to adapt Agile practices to the specific needs and context of the organization. 

  • Basic understanding of technical practices and tools used in Agile environments. 

  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest Agile trends and practices. 

  • Ability to understand and empathize with team members’ challenges and perspectives. 

  • Capability to help teams and organizations envision and achieve their Agile goals. 

  • Understanding of organizational culture and dynamics to effectively implement Agile practices. 

  • Skills to assess and mitigate risks in Agile environments. 

  • Familiarity with Agile tools and software to support team collaboration and productivity. 

  • Ability to provide constructive feedback and encourage teams to reflect and improve. 

  • Establishing trust within teams and between teams and stakeholders. 

  • Scaled Agile (SAFe) RTE 

  • English C1 level 

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At Fujitsu, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that values the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all applicants. We believe that hiring people from a wide variety of backgrounds makes us stronger, not because it's the right thing to do, but because it allows us to draw on a wider range of perspectives and life experiences.