Program Manager/Release Train Engineer

Zions Bancorporation’s Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. With a commitment to technology and innovation, we have been providing our community, clients and colleagues with the best experience possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future, today.

We are seeking an experienced agile Program Manager / Release Train Engineer to join Zions Bancorporation, partnering with our Cybersecurity department.

The Program Manager/Release Train Engineer plays a key role in organizing teams, conducting planning, and delivering strategic cybersecurity initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders and delivery teams. Through these initiatives, Zions Bancorporation’s cybersecurity defenses keep pace with relevant cybersecurity threats thus protecting customer, employee, and corporate data, continuity of bank operations, and reputation.

The Program Manager/Release Train Engineer will:

Build trusting relationships with stakeholders in cybersecurity, technology, supply chain, and other departments.

Produce timely and high-quality business outcomes in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.

Manage people holding the role of scrum master for teams within Agile Release Train(s) (ARTs).

Collaborate closely with delivery product managers and delivery product owners.

Facilitate cadenced quarterly planning and other agile ceremonies.

Manage dependencies with other Agile Release Trains (ARTs) or teams.

Ensure compliance with planning and delivery standards.

Contribute improvement ideas and participate in implementation of them.

May also perform Project Manager or Scrum Master roles within an Agile Release Train (ART) or agile Team.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

8+ years of relevant experience as a Project Manager, Release Train Engineer, and/or Scrum Master with a Project Management Office (PMO) in medium to large corporate environments. Comfortable working in both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.

Project management or agile certifications are preferred (e.g. PMP, SAFe, Scrum Alliance).

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, information systems, or related discipline. A combination of education and experience may meet qualifications.

High-level understanding (or aptitude) of cybersecurity technologies, governance, or operations is preferred.

Polished leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).

High emotional intelligence.

Strong negotiation and facilitation skills.

Ability to adapt to change and ambiguity.

Adept at personal organization and desire to continuously improve.

Proficiency in use of Microsoft applications and PPM tools.

Visa Sponsorship:

This Project Manager position is currently not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes, for example, situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment in order to maintain employment eligibility.

Location:

Zions Technology Center - 7860 South Bingham Junction Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047.

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company’s primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.

At least 75% of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.

Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes and locker rooms.

Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.

Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.

LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction materials.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!

Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts

Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays

401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience

Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees

Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

Apply now if you have a passion for impactful outcomes, enjoy working collaboratively with co-workers, and want to make a difference for the clients and communities we serve.

Apply now if you have a passion for impactful outcomes, enjoy working collaboratively with co-workers, and want to make a difference for the clients and communities we serve.