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Release Train Engineer (RTE) - AI Ecosystem

Lenovo
remote work
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Oct 14, 2025
General Information Req # WD00089615 Career area: Project Management Country/Region: United States of America State: Illinois City: Chicago Date: Monday, October 13, 2025 Working time: Full-time Additional Locations: * United States of America - Illinois - Chicago Why Work at Lenovo We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers. Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world's largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo's continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). This transformation together with Lenovo's world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Description and Requirements About Our Team The Lenovo AI Ecosystem Group is a newly formed organization targeted at transforming Lenovo's AI product offerings into a world class AI ecosystem environment that delivers a unique and leading AI experience for our customers. To orchestrate this global effort, we're seeking a Release Train Engineer (RTE) to drive cross-functional delivery and alignment across multiple Agile teams developing Lenovo's AI platforms, services, and partner integrations. The Release Train Engineer (RTE) is the servant leader and chief Scrum Master for the Lenovo AI Ecosystem Agile Release Train (ART). This role facilitates the delivery of complex, cross-domain AI initiatives - ensuring synchronization predictable delivery, collaboration at scale, and relentless improvement as Lenovo continues to evolve its AI ecosystem strategy. If you are passionate about scaling Agile delivery, driving cross-team collaboration, and fostering a culture of Lean-Agile excellence, this role is for you. Location: Chicago is highly preferred, open to remote work. Travel: Monthly travel is required. What You'll Do Program Execution & SAFe Facilitation Lead and facilitate all major SAFe ceremonies for the AI Ecosystem ART, including PI Planning, ART Syncs, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops. Ensure alignment across AI product teams (e.g., Edge AI, AI PC, Cloud AI Services, AI Management Platform). Partner with Product Management, Architecture, and Business Owners to define and achieve Program Increment (PI) objectives. Track and communicate program progress, risks, dependencies, and delivery outcomes to stakeholders. Leadership & Coaching Serve as a Lean-Agile coach for teams and leaders across the AI Ecosystem program. Mentor Scrum Masters and Product Owners to strengthen Agile maturity. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive consistency and flow across AI development pipelines, from data to deployment. Metrics & Delivery Transparency Establish and report on ART metrics such as predictability, velocity, and business value delivery. Use flow metrics to identify and address bottlenecks across AI solution streams. Provide actionable insights to improve team alignment, quality, and delivery cadence. Stakeholder Alignment Collaborate closely with AI leadership, Lenovo Research, Global Marketing, and Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) teams. Facilitate alignment across product, data science, and go-to-market streams. Communicate effectively with global stakeholders - including external AI partners and ecosystem collaborators. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or Business. 10+ years of experience in Agile program or project management. 2+ years as a Release Train Engineer (RTE) or equivalent Agile leadership role. Experience leading large-scale, cross-functional AI or software delivery initiatives. Preferred Qualifications SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or SAFe Agilist (SA). Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Agile Coach certification. Familiarity with AI/ML delivery pipelines and MLOps frameworks is a plus. Strong understanding of SAFe, Agile, Lean, and DevOps principles. Excellent facilitation, communication, and servant leadership skills. Ability to manage complex dependencies and influence across global teams. The base salary budgeted range for this position is $180K - $210K. Individuals may also be considered for bonus and/or commission. Lenovo's various benefits can be found on www.lenovobenefits.com. In compliance with Colorado's EPEWA, the expected application deadline for this position is October 31, 2025. This applies to both external and internal candidates. #LI-Remote We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class. 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