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Career Category Information SystemsJoin Amgens Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionxe2x80x94to serve patients living with serious illnessesxe2x80x94drives all that we do.Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Principal Release Train EngineerWhat you will doLets do this. Lets change the world. The Release Train Engineer is a leader and coach who facilitates team / ART / SRT events, processes, and supports teams in delivering value. The role involves facilitating communication and collaboration among Clinical Trial Execution Technology Product teams, enable and manage Agile Release Train, ensuring alignment with the program vision, managing risks and dependencies, and driving relentless improvement. They also often participate in the Lean-Agile transformation, coaching leaders, teams, and Scrum Master/Team Coaches in the new mindset and processes. They help adapt SAFe to the organizations needs, standardizing and documenting practicesRoles & Responsibilities:Lead and manage product delivery using agile frameworks and techniques. Align with Agile values such as prioritizing individuals and interactions over processes and tools.Lead and facilitate agile events including stand-ups, sprint/PI planning, sprint/PI reviews, retrospectives, demos and backlog refinement meetings to promote team collaboration.Advise SAFe events, including PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and Inspect & Adapt workshops.Collaborate with multi-functional teams to identify business requirements and develop solutions that meet customer needs.Work with Product Owners, Product and Solution Management, and collaborators to ensure strategy and execution alignmentHelp the scrum teams achieve delivery acceleration focused on business outcomes by reaching higher levels of scrum maturityIdentify, escalate, and manage risks and dependencies across ART to ensure that they are addressed in a timely mannerCoordinate with Services and support to schedule resolution of issues with released productsFoster a culture of continuous improvement within the ART Train by leading retrospectives and encouraging innovationMonitor and report on the progress of the ART, ensuring transparency and alignment with solution objectivesLead and facilitate the PI planning event and ensure strategic and organizational readiness, leadership team preparedness and logistics management for planning readinessManage and optimize the flow of value through the Agile Release Train using various tools, such as Program Kanban and other information radiatorsLead and facilitate agile events and events such as Program Increment (PI) planning, pre and post PI Planning, Solution demos, and iteration planning, to ensure alignment and collaboration across teamsProvide guidance and support to RTEs, Scrum Masters, and Product Management teams to help them deliver value effectively and adhere to Agile standard methodologiesWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.Basic Qualifications:Masters degree with 8 - 10 years of experience in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, IT or related field ORBachelors degree with 10 - 14 years of experience in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, IT or related field ORDiploma with 14 - 18 years of experience in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, IT or related fieldStrong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)Prior experience with Agile project management tools, such as Jira, Confluence and Jira AlignExperience in guiding teams through Agile events and ensuring adherence to SAFe practices and behaviorsExcellent problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling complex challenges with dataCollaborative spirit and effective communication skills to work seamlessly in a multi-functional teamPreferred Qualifications:Deep understanding of DevOps and Test Automation Processes in software deliveryWorkshop facilitation and training experienceProfessional Certifications :Certified SAFe Scrum Master or similar (preferred)Certified SAFe RTE or similar (preferred)Certified SAFe STE or similar (preferred)Soft Skills:Excellent people and project management skillsAbility to work collaboratively with cross-functional teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities successfullyTeam oriented with a focus on achieving team goalsWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, well support your journey every step of the way.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.comAs an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation..

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