Sr Program Manager / Release Train Engineer (RTE)Milestone Technologies is seeking aSr Program Manager / Release Train Engineer (RTE)to lead and manage a large, long‐term global program. This program focuses on global change management coordination and delivery, supporting their cutting‐edge clinical trials innovation efforts.As theRelease Train Engineer (RTE), you will oversee multiple workstreams within a transformative, high‐impact program. You will work closely with cross‐functional teams to ensure smooth execution, proactively manage risks, and drive successful delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, innovative team driving change in clinical trials.Key ResponsibilitiesFacilitation and CoordinationFacilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning, ART syncs, retrospectives, and system demos.Coordinate cross‐team dependencies to ensure alignment and smooth delivery.Act as a communication bridge between stakeholders, Product Management, and Agile Teams.Agile LeadershipFoster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks and opportunities for optimization.Support Scaled Agile transformation by mentoring teams and individuals.Drive adherence to SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) practices and principles.Program ExecutionTrack and report ART progress, risks, and issues, typically using tools like Jira or ADO.Escalate and resolve impediments, working with stakeholders to remove obstacles.Ensure deliverables align with business goals and timelines.Stakeholder CollaborationPartner with Product Management, Product Owners, and System Architects to maintain a cohesive roadmap.Collaborate with Scrum Masters, Team Leads, and other RTEs to ensure coordination across ARTs.Communicate status, risks, and dependencies to senior leadership and stakeholders.Metrics and ReportingMonitor ART performance using metrics like velocity, predictability, and delivery lead time.Ensure teams are effectively estimating, planning, and meeting PI objectives.TrainingCertified to train internal teams in courses like Leading SAFe and SAFe Scrum XP, as well as launch Agile Release Trains (ARTs). (SAFe SPC Certified)Additional Responsibilities may includeSupport of Team level scrum activities to include all ceremonies, team maturity,Lead the initiation, planning, development, and delivery of new platform development initiatives usingVeeva's risk management toolsets.Provide program‐level visibility across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with overall program goals and timelines.Identify risks and proactively propose corrective actions to keep the program on track.Monitor and manage the impact of ancillary projects, ensuring that changes are tracked and potential risks are mitigated.Foster collaboration across teams to ensure resources stay aligned and focused on the program's objectives.Work closely with senior stakeholders to understand program prerequisites, platforms, and specific deliverables.Adapt to the client's pace and delivery methods, providing flexibility and senior‐level expertise to ensure successful outcomes.QualificationsHands‐on experience in program‐level ownership, overseeing the initiation, planning, development, and delivery of new platform development initiatives.Proven expertise in usingVeeva's risk management toolsets.Previous experience managing large, transformative programs within the Gx P pharmaceutical industry.Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to drive collaboration across diverse teams.Ability to navigate complex global programs, identify risks, and develop effective solutions.Comfortable working with senior‐level stakeholders and understanding diverse project requirements.Experience using Jira, Miro, MS Office 365Basic QualificationsDoctorate degree and 4 years of experience in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery or related field ORMaster's degree with 8 years of experience in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery or related field ORBachelor's degree with 10 years of experience in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery or related fieldCertificationsSAFe – SPCSAFe - RTESAFe – APMPreferredExperience in clinical trials innovation or related pharmaceutical fields.Senior‐level consulting experience in managing large‐scale programs within the pharmaceutical industry.ToolsJira will be used for tracking and managing sprints.MiroMS Office 365Smartsheet