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We are seeking an experienced Steering Agile Release Train Lead (ART Lead) to guide and optimize the delivery of value across multiple agile teams. This role is crucial for ensuring alignment, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement in our software development lifecycle. The mission of the ART Lead is to ensure the Agile Release Train works effectively by improving workflow. Within their ART they serve as a lean agile coach, facilitate ART events, and provide process leadership. The ART Lead identifies best practices, standardizes processes and methods; customizing agile solutions as needed to meet organizational needs. They communicate with stakeholders, escalate impediments, help to manage risk and dependencies. They are a driving force of continuous improvement for their teams.
Job Responsibility
Lead and facilitate all ART events, including PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops
Coach and mentor Scrum team memebers and development teams within the ART to foster agile mindsets and practices
Collaborate with Product Management, System Architects, and other stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of the ART's vision, roadmap, and priorities
Identify and remove impediments that hinder the ART's progress, escalating issues as necessary
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the ART, leveraging data and feedback to optimize processes and increase efficiency
Ensure the ART adheres to General Motors' engineering standards, architectural guidelines (including Data Architecture principles), and quality assurance practices
Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams, promoting a culture of transparency and shared ownership
Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle for the ART, including coding, debugging, testing, and deployment activities
Report on ART performance, progress, and key metrics to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in controls system development
Proven experience in Cross-Functional Team Leadership within a complex software development environment
Strong understanding and practical application of the agile principles and practices
Demonstrated experience in Software Development, including proficiency in Software Coding and Debugging
Solid understanding of Test methodologies and practices
Familiarity with Data Architecture concepts and their application in software solutions
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills
Ability to facilitate large group meetings and workshops effectively
Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
Strong sense of urgency and ownership
Demonstrated proficiency in project management skills
Experienced at planning, preparing for and leading meetings
Effective interpersonal skills that focus and influence others, including those which may have priority differences with yours
Nice to have
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 8 years of experience in controls system development
Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical steering mechanisms
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
Strong sense of urgency and ownership
Demonstrated proficiency in project management skills
Experienced at planning, preparing for and leading meetings
Effective interpersonal skills that focus and influence others, including those which may have priority differences with yours