Release Train Engineer

Do you want to be a key part of building a new Data & Analytics Agile Release Trian (ART) to that allows Novo Nordisk Global Supply Chain in becoming more data-driven? Are you interested in taking the lead in creating best-in-class agile processes for delivery teams to generate powerful insights that matter?

If yes, this might be the right position for you. 

Apply now for a life-changing career!

The position
As our Release Train Engineer (RTE), you will be part of the Supply Chain Digital, Data & IT (DDIT) Data & Analytics department and be responsible for establishing and developing the Agile Ways of Working in our new Supply Chain Data & Analytics ART. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient delivery on the ART roadmap by facilitating and coaching Business owners, POs, delivery team and other stakeholders in adopting an agile way of working. This includes providing collaborative leadership to the ART members by applying Agile practices (such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe) and help the Agile teams embrace and practice the values and principles of Agile. 

As the RTE, you will be a member of the ART Leadership team and will be a key driver to ensure that the newly established ART is able to deliver on its roadmap via strong and well-anchored processes. In addition, it is expected that the RTE takes the lead in influencing stakeholders’ behaviour to ensure Agile ways of working on all levels of the organisation. To be successful, you are expected to understand the context of how the ART delivers value via a data foundation and constantly professionalise the delivery process through the Agile Ways of Working. 

Your main responsibilities will be focused on:

• Developing, implementing, and owning Agile Ways of Working in the new ART
• Coaching and onboarding new BO’s, PO’s and Scrum Master to ensure a standardised way of working across all part of the ART
• Strong Stakeholder management across delivery team, and towards PMs, Business owners and others to safeguard the operating model of the ART
• Setting the requirements for Agile ceremonies and Planning across ART members, to ensure a high-quality process and a minimum set of requirements such as enforcing use of Azure DevOps across both internal and external stakeholders
• Developing and establishing prioritisation mechanisms with Business Owners and senior management, in addition to link to other ARTs

Qualifications
To be a great asset to our team, you will have:

• Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
• Hands-on experience as a Release Train Engineer and/or Scrum Master and experience with implementing Agile Way of Working in an organisation/team
• Proven track record of change management in complex organizational environments 
• Strong experience in driving large programme or projects either within IT or Data Management
• Solid understanding of Data management disciplines
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential

As a person you work effectively with a natural respect based on your technical skills. Your structured approach allows you to maintain a broad overview while maintaining an eye for the details. You communicate effectively and possess excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and executive stakeholders.

You work independently and effectively while securing your tasks are completed. You have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcome. You thrive in an environment where new challenges and focus can change quickly, but always with the overall common goal in mind.

About the department
DDIT PS Supply Chain – Data & Analytics is a newly-established department in Ballerup (Denmark) and is a part of Novo Nordisk Global DDIT organisation. Our ambition is to be a Data & Analytics Centre of Excellence to support the Global Supply Chain organisation by building a scalable Data Foundation – to enable their vision for insights. The short-term focus of the department is to establish an Agile Release Train (ART) together Analytics teams from Supply Chain, and jointly deliver on the first prioritised insights use cases in an efficient and scalable manner during 2025.  

Working at Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company headquartered in Denmark, with a century-long legacy of driving positive change in the fight against diabetes and other chronic diseases. Our treatments benefit millions of patients worldwide, and our diverse workforce of over 57,000 talented individuals is at the heart of our success. At Novo Nordisk, we offer a stimulating and purpose-driven work environment where your professional and personal growth is nurtured and valued. 
 

Contact
For further information, please contact Mikkel Bjerregaard Ditlevsen, Project Director, PS DDIT – Supply Chain Data & Analytics at +45 3079 0382.
 

Deadline
5 January 2025.
 

Research suggests that individuals from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet all listed qualifications. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to reconsider and apply. Your unique skills and experiences could be just what we're looking for. We look forward to receiving your application!  

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At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.