Groundswell · 3 hours ago
SAP Lead Agile Release Train (ART) Engineer / Advanced Scrum Master
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$102K/yr - $181K/yr
10+ years expGroundswell is a premier technology integrator committed to solving complex challenges for federal agencies. They are seeking a Lead Agile Release Train (ART) Engineer/Advanced Scrum Master to support a mission-critical Department of Defense SAP program, ensuring disciplined execution and alignment with DoD objectives.
Software
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and facilitate all ART-level ceremonies, including PI Planning, ART Sync, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt, ensuring disciplined execution and accountability
Drive end-to-end program execution across multiple SAP teams by managing cross-team dependencies, release sequencing, and delivery risks
Partner with Product Management, System Architects, SAP functional and technical leads, and program leadership to align delivery with DoD mission objectives and contractual commitments
Act as the primary escalation point for ART-level risks, impediments, and dependency conflicts; drive resolution across organizational and vendor boundaries
Provide oversight and guidance to Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Agile leaders, increasing SAFe maturity and execution consistency across the ART
Ensure integrated SAP release planning across functional areas (e.g., S/4HANA, finance, logistics, HR, integrations, custom development) while maintaining solution integrity
Deliver clear, concise communication to government and contractor stakeholders regarding progress, risks, delivery predictability, and outcomes
Ensure Agile execution aligns with DoD governance, compliance, security, and reporting requirements
Facilitate Inspect & Adapt activities and leverage delivery metrics (flow, predictability, quality) to drive continuous performance improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or related field
Ability to obtain and maintain Secret level security clearance. Preference will be given to candidates who possess an active DOD clearance
10+ years of experience in IT delivery, program management, or Agile leadership roles
3–5+ years of experience operating within SAFe at scale, including hands-on experience as a Release Train Engineer or equivalent role
2+ years Agile software development experience
Proven experience leading large, complex programs involving SAP implementations or sustainment
Demonstrated experience supporting DoD or federal government programs
Strong executive-level facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively in highly regulated, security-focused environments
This is a remote role with travel as required to support the program (Conferences or meetings – expect less than 10%)
Preferred
SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) and/or SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) certification
Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations
SAP Experience in one or more of the following areas: Budget, FM, FI, CM, PS, CO, PPS, Payments, MM, SD, PS, SCM, D&S, QM, BTP
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option
Company
Groundswell
Groundswell delivers digital services that promotes human centered designs and solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
George Batsakis
Chief Executive Officer
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