Program Manager/Release Train Engineer (RTE)

TimeLog is a leading Professional Services Automation (PSA) software, dedicated to helping professional service organizations, streamline business processes and boost productivity. TimeLog fills the GAP between Project Managers and the Finance Department in the consulting business, empowering Project Managers to manage project financials in a way compliant with the requirements set by finance.
We are currently looking for a skilled Program Manager/Release Train Engineer (RTE) who is passionate about leading and coordinating multiple development teams within a SAFe framework to ensure the successful delivery of the next generation of our cutting-edge software products.

About the position:

As our new Program Manager/Release Train Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in orchestrating the efforts of several cross-functional development teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. You will be responsible for managing the flow of work through the Agile Release Train (ART), ensuring alignment with business priorities, and facilitating the timely delivery of product increments.

In addition to SAFe responsibilities, you will also take on traditional IT project management duties, including managing budgets, timelines, stakeholder communication, and resource allocation. This is a unique opportunity to lead complex projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where your contributions will directly impact the success of TimeLog’s product development efforts.

You will report to the Chief Product and Technology Officer and collaborate with various teams across the Product Development organization.

In this role, your responsibilities are:

• Release Train Managemen: 
  • Manage and optimize the flow of value through the Agile Release Train (ART) using SAFe principles and practices
  • Facilitate Program Increment (PI) planning events, ensuring that all teams are aligned on objectives, deliverables, and timelines
  • Track and manage the progress of the ART, ensuring that teams remain on schedule and within scope
• Project and Program Coordination: 
  • Coordinate cross-team dependencies, risks, and issues, and work to remove obstacles that could impede progress
  • Collaborate with Product Managers, System Architects, Product Owners to ensure that the backlog is properly prioritized and refined
  • Monitor and report on the status of projects, providing visibility to stakeholders and ensuring transparency across the organization
• Traditional IT Project Management: 
  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
  • Develop project plans, schedules, and milestones to ensure successful project delivery within scope, budget, and timeline constraints
  • Manage project budgets, ensuring that costs are controlled and financial targets are met
  • Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans as needed
  • Allocate resources effectively across projects, ensuring that teams have the necessary tools, support, and personnel to succeed
• Facilitation & Communication: 
  • Facilitate key SAFe ceremonies, including PI Planning, and Inspect & Adapt workshops
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from development teams to senior management, to ensure alignment on goals and objectives
  • Conduct Project Status meetings with the Team leads of each team
• Continuous Improvement & Agile Practices: 
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging teams to reflect on their performance and identify areas for enhancement
  • Support the adoption and implementation of Agile practices, ensuring that teams adhere to SAFe guidelines and best practices
  • Lead initiatives to improve the ART’s performance, including process improvements, tool enhancements, and training programs
• Risk Management & Problem-Solving: 
  • Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies that may affect the successful delivery of the ART’s objectives
  • Work proactively to resolve conflicts and remove impediments, ensuring that teams can focus on delivering value
  • Escalate issues to senior management when necessary, providing clear analysis and proposed solutions.

Your Qualifications:

• Experience: 
• 7+ years of experience in project management or a related role, with a focus on software development projects
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, Release Train Engineer (RTE) or similar role and have delivered both waterfall projects as well as agile projects with success
• Strong track record of managing complex IT projects with multiple teams and stakeholders
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• Skills: 
  • Great technical understanding of software development practices and are able to challenge the direction of the development teams
  • Deep understanding of SAFe principles, practices, and roles, with experience in facilitating SAFe ceremonies
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines, resources, and risks effectively
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire teams
  • Proficiency with Agile project management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira Confluence, etc.)
  • Ability to navigate and resolve complex issues, with a focus on delivering high-quality results
• Education: 
  
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred
  • SAFe RTE certification or equivalent Agile certification is highly desirable

We would love it if:

• You are passionate about Agile and SAFe methodologies and have a deep understanding of how to apply them in real-world scenarios
  
• You put an honor in delivering software projects within agreed time, budget and quality
  
• You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and can manage multiple priorities effectively
  
• You are a strong problem solver who can anticipate challenges and proactively address them
  
• You are a natural leader who can motivate and guide teams towards successful outcomes
  

We offer:

• A dynamic, inclusive company culture that promotes teamwork and innovation
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
  
• Flexible working hours and a healthy work-life balance
  
• Centrally located office in Copenhagen and Aarhus
  
• A challenging and high-performance environment where your leadership will make a significant impact.

Location:

You will be working from our offices in Copenhagen, with the possibility to visit and work from our other offices in Aarhus and Aalborg.