Senior Project Manager/Program Manager (RTE)

Job description

Job Description 

About the Role/position 

This position is responsible for coordinating and managing the release trains in an agile environment. They will act as a Project Manager, coaching and supporting the implementation of more effective ways of working and using Agile methodology. Overall, the Release Train Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of software releases and driving business outcomes in an Agile environment. 

Role Overview

• End-to-end program / project coordination with strong delivery discipline
• Focus on transitioning legacy onboarding to an enhanced customer onboarding experience
• Final phase: onboarding all “new-to-bank” customer journeys onto the new flow

Program Characteristics

• EU regulatory program with non-negotiable timelines
• High visibility with frequent touchpoints with Executives and Heads of (HO’s)
• Significant stakeholder scrutiny and focus across business and technology
   

Your skills and experience

High-impact coordinator and stakeholder manager over a pure delivery lead—someone who can operate confidently in a complex, regulatory, and executive-facing program while effectively enabling Agile execution on the ground.

1. Stakeholder & Communication

• Exceptional stakeholder engagement is critical
• Comfortable interfacing with senior leadership (Execs / HO’s)
• Strong communication and influence skills across business and tech teams

2. Delivery Orientation

• Solid understanding of delivery lifecycle; hands-on delivery experience is beneficial but not mandatory
• Ability to manage dependencies, risks, and timelines in a structured manner

3. Agile / RTE Fit

• Comfortable operating as an RTE in an Agile setup
• Focus on coordination, facilitation, and flow—not on executive reporting (for example: not owning steering committees or executive packs)
• Will align closely with an onshore RTE, with opportunity to ramp up

4. Technical Appreciation

• Ability to read and interpret architecture diagrams and tech stacks
• Sufficient technical context to engage meaningfully with engineering teams

5. Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and team facilitation
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and operate in a high-pressure, high-visibility environment

Nice to Have

• Prior banking domain exposure (preferred, not mandatory)
• Experience with Australian banks is advantageous
• Operating Model
• Mapped to an onshore RTE for guidance and alignment
• Cadence-driven environment with monthly releases
• Initial focus on learning the program landscape, stakeholders, and delivery rhythms

Why you'll love working here

Life at Capgemini is dynamic and fun, a place where people love to work. A career with freedom, full of learning and development opportunities and the support to help you achieve your best.

A career at Capgemini is rewarding and constantly transforming. Here are the top ten reasons why people love working at Capgemini.

1. Your values are our values: 

We’re guided by seven core values: honesty, boldness, trust, freedom, team spirit, modesty, and fun. If you share those values, then you’ll find your place with us.

2. People come first

Through our People Charter, we encourage free exchange of ideas, respect for differences, and wellbeing in the workplace for everyone.

3. Never stop learning

At the Capgemini Group University, you’ll learn via classroom-based and virtual courses, e-learning modules and rich-media online resources.

4. Feel free to grow

Over the course of your career, your goals may shift. Want to change your focus? Switch tracks? We’re here to help.

5. Get inspired by your colleagues

Our cultural diversity means you’ll always have something to learn from those around you.

6. Forget the notion of the “typical day”

Challenge and variety are constants here. From the work you do to the people you meet to the places you travel, we’ll keep you on your toes.

7. Strike a balance that works for you

You’re human—and so are we! We strive to make sure our employees achieve a healthy, happy work-life balance.

8.Count on us for career growth

We’re always growing and so should you. We prioritize the personal development of our team members with our Capgemini Group University.

9.Your Love for Travel

We have 300 offices in 40 countries around the world. You’ll have opportunities to travel or work in different locations.

 10.Dig in your first day

Whether you join us as a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, you’ll start to work directly on challenging projects from day one.