Solution Train Engineer - TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD 

Category: Solution Train Engineer
Travel Required: No
Remote Type: No
Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Solution Train Engineer

An experienced, energetic Solution Train Engineer (STE) is needed to facilitate Solution Train and Agile Release Train (ART) operations for a very large program using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) for a critical program that currently engages a Solution Train and three ARTs. The selected individual will help the Release Train Engineers (RTEs) monitor performance, manage change, resolve impediments, and drive relentless improvement.
The ideal candidate will have considerable prior experience leading agile teams and will have the expertise required to step into a leadership role as a Solution Train Engineer on a large, complex program with exacting interface, performance, and security requirements. Strong communication skills, flexibility, and persistence are a must. Program execution follows DEVOPS best practices and employs robust development, test, and production environments. The program uses Behavior Driven Development (BDD) and test automation tools alongside a full suite of team collaboration tools.

The program provides system engineering, development, test, integration, and operational support; and is focused on injecting new technology and adding advanced capabilities while continuing to support an on-going mission and operational system.

Primary Responsibilities

Facilitate Solution Train and Agile Release Train (ART) operations using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) for a Solution Train and three ARTs.
Work with the SAFe governance layer participants & stakeholders on program execution.
Facilitate allocation of work and new resources to ARTs.
Monitor program performance, resolve impediments, and develop and implement solutions for driving improvement.
Coordinate schedule execution and plan program-wide software/architecture releases.
Lead/facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning, including logistics and technical preparation.
Lead/facilitate Solution Train planning events and pre- and post- planning meetings.
Lead/facilitate cross-team collaboration within the program via Scrum of Scrums meetings and other less formal forums in support of development, testing, and deployment efforts.
Track the execution of features and capabilities through Metrics across the program's agile and DevOps teams.
Brief customers on the development progress throughout the PI cycle on program status, including the status of testing, deployment, and release readiness.
Assess skillset needs and collaborate with leadership to staff program openings.
Provide input on resourcing to address critical bottlenecks.
Coach teams, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Project/Program Leaders in agile practices.
Promote teamwork to achieve PI goals.
Guide teams towards agile maturity.
Foster Communities of Practice and the use of engineering and Built-In Quality practices.

Basic Qualifications

Five (5) or more years of experience working with large software development, systems, integration, and test efforts.
Seven (7) or more years of experience leading teams or projects.
Demonstrated experience as a Scrum Master.
Demonstrated experience as either a Release Train Engineer or Solution Train Engineer.
Demonstrated experience applying SAFe.
Ability to understand technical concepts and communicate them effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience working with an Agile software development team, managing project deadlines, ideally in a Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Development Lead role.
Experience briefing leadership/customers on key status and project progression.
Experience communicating with and briefing status to external stakeholders, including customer/government representatives.
Experience using agile project management tools (e.g. Jira, VersionOne, Rally, IBM ELM).
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment across diverse systems and groups.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Must have the ability to manage time extremely well and quickly sense when an issue needs to be addressed or triaged.
Strong attention to detail and focus on task completion is critical.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and at least 20 years of relevant experience. Degree in a technical field is preferred but not required.
Prior experience as a Solution Train Engineer on a technical program.
Significant technology experience in software development, test, or systems engineering such that a candidate could qualify on the program as a participant software, test, or systems engineer.
Previous Release, Project, or Program Management experience.
Experience working with multi-disciplinary development teams.
Experience using SAFe as the agile development methodology, including experience participating in a Program Increment Planning session.
Scaled Agile certification such as SAFe Agilist (SA), SAFe RTE, etc.
Experience in the software development lifecycle - as a developer, tester, analyst, product manager, project/program manager, etc.
Experience applying test automation, test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous deployment to achieve built-in quality.​​

Who We Are 

Sunayu, LLC serves as a premier technology partner to the Defense and Intelligence communities, delivering mission-critical engineering solutions across the nation. Our operations are anchored in a commitment to trust, accountability, and ethical transparency, ensuring the high-performance outcomes necessary to protect our country's most vital interests. 

Culture

Our strength lies in our community: Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication. At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission—we grow together.

Career Development

We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.

Pay Rate

Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

3 Medical Plan Options

Dental and Vision 

FSA, DCFSA, HSA

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Federal holidays 

401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting) 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.