Job Title: Agile Program Manager / Release Train Engineer
Location: (City, State)
Duration: Temp - 12 months
Pay Range: $52/hr $72/hr (W2)
Job ID: 373429
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking an Agile Program Manager / Release Train Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe delivery within technology programs and a proven ability to plan and execute program increments, drive cross-team delivery, and enable continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Coach leaders and teams in Lean-Agile practices and mindsets to drive continuous improvement.
- Plan, resource, manage risks, track progress, and communicate with stakeholders to deliver technology projects aligned to objectives.
- Oversee strategic planning, coordination, and execution of technology-focused projects in alignment with organizational goals.
- Lead Program Increment (PI) Planning and technical alignment sessions with leadership, product, and delivery teams.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies across multiple delivery teams.
- Improve processes to increase quality, efficiency, and productivity.
- Ensure adherence to SDLC standards across Scrum Teams and the Agile Release Train (ART).
- Interpret and use portfolio, Release Train, and team-level metrics to guide outcomes.
- Track and report financial spend across funding lines.
- Model Agile and SAFe values and principles while fostering trust, learning, and open mindsets.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Advanced knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean methodologies.
- Proven delivery of technical projects across multiple teams and workstreams.
- Hands-on experience with PI Planning and ART facilitation.
- Ability to manage financials, budgets, and funding lines.
- Background supporting global advertising and brand marketing initiatives.
- Strong facilitation, stakeholder communication, and coaching abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience leading Agile Release Trains in enterprise environments.
- Certification in SAFe (e.g., RTE, SPC) or Scrum (e.g., CSM, PSM).
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for growth with global clients
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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