Solution Train Engineer

Solution Train Engineer

Lead the

Transformation. Build the Future.

Citi is

seeking a highly experienced and driven Solution Train Engineer (STE) to lead a

critical initiative modernizing our core banking systems. This high-impact role

involves coordinating a new Agile Release Train (ART) focused on re-engineering

a legacy system, while seamlessly integrating with existing ARTs responsible

for critical banking functions. This flagship program will leverage

cutting-edge technologies and processes to re-platform the legacy system and

develop a new web-based application, setting the standard for innovation and

excellence within the company.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and Lead the Solution

  Train: Launch

  and lead the Solution Train, fostering a collaborative environment across

  multiple ARTs and stakeholders.

• Drive the Re-engineering

  Initiative: Guide

  the new ART through the re-engineering process, ensuring alignment with

  the overall solution vision, architectural roadmap, and business

  objectives. This includes re-platforming the legacy system and developing

  a new web-based application.

• Coordinate with Existing ARTs: Collaborate closely with

  RTEs and stakeholders in existing ARTs to manage dependencies, ensure

  seamless integration, and optimize value delivery across the solution

  train.

• Champion Agile and Lean

  Practices: Promote

  and facilitate the adoption of Agile and Lean principles and practices

  across the solution train, coaching ARTs and stakeholders on their

  effective application.

• Facilitate Solution Train

  Events: Plan

  and facilitate key solution train events, including Pre- and Post-PI

  Planning, Solution Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops.

• Manage Risks and Dependencies: Proactively identify and

  manage risks and dependencies across the solution train, escalating

  critical issues and facilitating resolution.

• Drive Architectural Alignment: Collaborate with

  architects and technical leads to ensure alignment with the solution

  architecture and technical strategy.

• Track and Report Progress: Monitor and report on the

  solution train's progress towards strategic objectives, providing

  transparent and timely updates to senior leadership.

• Foster Innovation and

  Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

  across the solution train, encouraging experimentation and learning from

  successes and failures.

• Champion Cutting-Edge

  Technologies: Promote

  the adoption and effective utilization of cutting-edge technologies within

  the solution train, ensuring the program remains at the forefront of

  innovation in the financial industry.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in Agile

  leadership roles, including experience as an RTE or STE.

• Proven experience launching and

  leading Agile Release Trains and Solution Trains.

• Deep understanding of Agile and

  Lean principles and practices, including SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban.

• Experience with legacy system

  modernization, re-platforming, and large-scale software development

  projects.

• Strong technical acumen and

  familiarity with modern web technologies and banking systems.

• Excellent communication,

  facilitation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to influence and

  drive change within a complex organizational environment.

• Experience with Agile project

  management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally).

• SAFe Program Consultant (SPC)

  or SAFe Solution Train Engineer (STE) certification preferred.

Benefits:

• Lead a transformative program

  modernizing critical banking systems.

• Work with cutting-edge

  technologies and shape the future of financial technology.

• Unparalleled career growth

  opportunities within a leading financial institution.

• Competitive salary and

  comprehensive benefits package.