As part of this journey, we're looking for a Senior Release Train Engineer to lead large-scale Agile delivery, align cross-functional teams, and help drive meaningful business outcomes.
In this role, you'll work at the intersection of engineering, product, and business teams-bringing structure to complex programs, fostering collaboration, and enabling high-performing teams to deliver their best work.
Position Responsibilities:Program Delivery & Execution- Lead and optimize the flow of work across the Agile Release Train (ART) to ensure efficient, predictable delivery
- Facilitate program-level Agile events, including PI Planning, ART Sync, and retrospectives
- Align team-level objectives with program-level priorities and track delivery outcomes
Agile Leadership & Coaching- Coach leaders, teams, and stakeholders on Agile and scaled Agile practices (e.g., SAFe or similar frameworks)
- Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement
- Support teams in adopting best practices to improve delivery quality and speed
Risk & Dependency Management- Identify, track, and resolve program-level risks and dependencies across multiple teams
- Provide clear and consistent communication on program status, risks, and progress
Metrics & Continuous Improvement- Leverage delivery metrics (e.g., velocity, predictability) to identify opportunities for improvement
- Guide teams in using data to improve planning, execution, and outcomes
Stakeholder & Resource Alignment- Partner with Product, Engineering, and Business leaders to align priorities and delivery plans
- Support program-level planning, resource alignment, and budget awareness
- Contribute to value realization by ensuring delivery aligns with business goals
Required Qualifications:- Experience leading Agile delivery across multiple teams or large programs
- Strong facilitation skills for cross-team planning and coordination (e.g., PI Planning or similar)
- Demonstrated ability to manage risks, dependencies, and program complexity
- Experience coaching teams and stakeholders on Agile practices
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with SAFe or other scaled Agile frameworks
- Familiarity with modern software delivery practices (e.g., DevOps, CI/CD, DevSecOps)
- Experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms
- Exposure to program budgeting, capacity planning, or resource management
When you join our team:- We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
- We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
- As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.
The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.
Referenced Salary LocationToronto, Ontario
Working ArrangementHybrid
Salary range is expected to be between$113,000.00 CAD - $163,000.00 CAD
Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [redacted] for the salary range for your location.
Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact [redacted] for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.
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