Welcome to FICO, a leading global analytics software company dedicated to helping businesses make smarter decisions. We are currently seeking a highly experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as the Release Train Engineer Director. In this role, you will play a crucial role in driving the successful delivery of our products to market. As the RTE Director, you will lead a team of talented Release Train Engineers to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple releases across our organization. We are looking for a results-driven leader with a strong technical background, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for driving continuous improvement. If you are a self-motivated individual with a proven track record of delivering high-quality products in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
- Lead and manage a team of Release Train Engineers to ensure successful delivery of products to market.
- Develop and implement release strategies and plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Oversee and coordinate the planning, tracking, and execution of multiple releases across the organization.
- Ensure alignment with business objectives and customer needs in all release planning and execution.
- Provide guidance and support to Release Train Engineers to identify and mitigate risks and issues.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and drive process efficiencies within the release management process.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, to provide updates on release progress and address any concerns or issues.
- Collaborate with product management and development teams to define and prioritize release scope and timelines.
- Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and trends related to release management and make recommendations for improvement.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to release management, such as release cycle time and quality metrics.
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth and timely release delivery.
- Mentor and coach team members to support their professional development and ensure a high-performing team.
- Collaborate with other RTE Directors to ensure consistency and alignment across multiple releases.
- Represent the release management function in cross-functional meetings and provide updates on release progress and issues.
- Work closely with the project management office to ensure alignment with project management processes and methodologies.
Extensive Experience In Agile Methodologies And Safe Framework: The Ideal Candidate For A Release Train Engineer Director Position At Fico Should Have A Deep Understanding And Hands-On Experience In Agile Practices And The Scaled Agile Framework (Safe).
Strong Leadership And People Management Skills: As A Director, This Role Will Require Managing A Team Of Release Train Engineers And Collaborating With Cross-Functional Teams. Therefore, The Candidate Must Possess Excellent Leadership And People Management Skills To Effectively Guide And Motivate The Team Towards Achieving Organizational Goals.
Proven Track Record Of Successful Release Management: The Candidate Should Have A Strong Track Record Of Managing Complex Release Processes And Delivering High-Quality Software Releases On Time. This Includes Experience In Planning, Coordinating, And Executing Large-Scale Releases In A Fast-Paced And Dynamic Environment.
Excellent Communication And Collaboration Skills: Effective Communication And Collaboration Are Crucial For A Release Train Engineer Director To Work With Different Teams, Stakeholders, And Executives. The Candidate Should Have Exceptional Communication Skills To Facilitate Effective Communication Between Cross-Functional Teams And Ensure Alignment Towards Common Goals.
Strategic Thinking And Problem-Solving Abilities: The Release Train Engineer Director Will Be Responsible For Developing And Implementing Release Management Strategies That Align With The Organization's Goals And Objectives. The Ideal Candidate Should Have Strong Strategic Thinking And Problem-Solving Abilities To Identify Potential Risks And Mitigate Them To Ensure Successful Releases.
Change Management
Process Improvement
Project Management
Budget management
Agile Methodology
Scrum Master
Team Leadership
Risk assessment
Stakeholder management
Resource allocation
Lean Principles
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Leadership
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Release Train Engineer Director is between $150,000 and $250,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as location, company size, and experience level. Some companies may also offer additional bonuses and benefits.
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Founded in 1956, FICO introduced analytic solutions such as credit scoring that have made credit more widely available around the world. Now, its use of Big Data and mathematical algorithms to predict consumer behavior has transformed entire industries. The company provides analytics software and tools to manage risk, fight fraud and more.

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