Release train engineer

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future. Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

What’s in it for you
In our Manage Corporate Cluster we support our Corporate Functions with digital deliveries. We are looking for a Release Train Engineer to support the whole cluster of 7 products. Our Cluster purpose is to implement digital enablers to give back time to our employees so they can focus on value adding activities.
You will be part of the Manage Corporate Leadership team. You will be a servant leader and lead an Agile Release Train of 7 products to deliver on business objectives. Responsibilities include driving improvements and delivering according to the prioritized cluster backlog as well as coaching/leading Scrum Masters in the cluster.
What you’ll do
An important part of your work will be to book and lead all Manage Corporate Cluster Ceremonies in a fun and engaged way! You will manage and provide transparency – relevant, clear and accurate metrics. You will proactively manage stakeholders by serving our Product Manager (PM) and successfully deliver according to agreed scope and priorities in a predictable and transparent manner.
It is also critical to proactively demonstrate control of the key issues i.e. risk, impediments and compliance, and to manage proper mitigating activities to ensure a smooth delivery.
Together with our teams you will create a fun and energizing work environment built on trust, inclusion, and good communication.

Do you fit the profile? We believe that you have…
•    Experience working as a Release Train Engineer and/or with complex programs in the Agile setting.
•    Experience in leading change and complex initiatives with distributed multi-faceted teams in a fast-paced environment.
•    An understanding of the IT process and the software development lifecycle.
•    Experience of management and/or leading a team in an agile/project set-up.
•    Experience in building strong stakeholder relationships.



How to learn more and apply
Does this sound like your next challenge? Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via the link below no later than the 20th of February 2022. However, incoming applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so please apply as soon as possible. For questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Charlotte Braun, Team Manager, at charlotte.braun@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter Jonathan Allirol at jonathan.allirol@volvocars.com. Please note that we will not accept applications via email.

Who are you?
You have excellent knowledge in the Agile mindset and values. You enjoy learning and are excited about bringing your ideas to the table. You have the willingness to drive initiatives of both agile and more traditional character.
We believe that you are dependable, well grounded, willing to speak up – even when it’s difficult – and committed to empowering others. You have experience in building a strong team and, subsequently, team development.

You possess great communication and networking skills, and you are good at driving collaboration across the value chain. You are goal-oriented, structured, dedicated and thorough. It is natural for you to continuously develop yourself as well as others. Lastly, you enjoy structuring large events, meetings and facilitating in a good manner.