About the role
About Client:
The client is a global consulting, technology, and digital firm specializing in the financial services industry. Established in 2001, the company provides innovative solutions to help clients navigate digital transformation, enhance operational efficiency, and achieve strategic objectives. With a focus on banking, capital markets, and insurance, it leverages cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data science to deliver customized IT solutions and business consulting services.
The company's commitment to innovation, combined with its industry expertise, positions it as a leader in driving technological advancements and helping financial institutions stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
Rate Range: $60-$63/Hr
Job Description:
About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com
Applicant Consent:
By submitting your application, you agree to ApTask's (www.aptask.com) Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and provide your consent to receive SMS and voice call communications regarding employment opportunities that match your resume and qualifications. You understand that your personal information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and that you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at 732-355-8000 or help@aptask.com. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply.
The client is a global consulting, technology, and digital firm specializing in the financial services industry. Established in 2001, the company provides innovative solutions to help clients navigate digital transformation, enhance operational efficiency, and achieve strategic objectives. With a focus on banking, capital markets, and insurance, it leverages cutting-edge technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and data science to deliver customized IT solutions and business consulting services.
The company's commitment to innovation, combined with its industry expertise, positions it as a leader in driving technological advancements and helping financial institutions stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
Rate Range: $60-$63/Hr
Job Description:
- We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager with a strong background in Release Train Engineering (RTE) to lead and coordinate complex software development projects.
- The ideal candidate will facilitate Agile Release Trains (ARTs), ensure alignment across multiple teams, and deliver high-quality solutions on time and within scope.
- This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills to drive continuous improvement and Agile maturity.
- Lead and facilitate Agile Release Train (ART) planning, execution, and delivery processes, including PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, system demos, and Inspect & Adapt sessions.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration, alignment, and delivery of features and products.
- Manage project scope, schedule, resources, risks, and dependencies to meet business objectives.
- Act as a servant leader, fostering collaboration, transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement within teams.
- Track, monitor, and report progress, risks, dependencies, and impediments to stakeholders and leadership.
- Identify, escalate, and help resolve impediments impacting team and program delivery.
- Support Product Owners in backlog refinement, feature prioritization, and Program Increment (PI) planning.
- Drive adoption and implementation of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe best practices across teams.
- Ensure alignment and coordination across multiple Agile teams, stakeholders, and business units.
- Manage release schedules, deployment planning, and post-release activities to ensure successful delivery.
- Promote continuous improvement through metrics, feedback, and retrospective insights.
- Implement and monitor program-level metrics such as velocity, PI objectives, and delivery predictability.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and ensure adoption of best practices.
- Proven experience as a Project Manager in software development projects.
- Extensive experience working as a Release Train Engineer (RTE) within SAFe or similar Agile frameworks.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe principles.
- Excellent leadership, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing requirements in a fast-paced environment.
- Certification such as SAFe RTE/SPC, PMP, or PMI-ACP is a plus.
- Experience with Jira, Rally, Azure DevOps, or other Agile project management tools.
- Technical background or familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and DevOps practices.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.
If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com
Applicant Consent:
By submitting your application, you agree to ApTask's (www.aptask.com) Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, and provide your consent to receive SMS and voice call communications regarding employment opportunities that match your resume and qualifications. You understand that your personal information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and that you can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at 732-355-8000 or help@aptask.com. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply.