Finance Release Train Engineer (RTE) Manager at Johnson &… · New…

Finance Release Train Engineer (RTE) Manager Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.  We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.  At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Technology Product & Platform Management Job Sub Function: Functional Engineering Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America Job Description: We are seeking the best talent for a Finance Release Train Engineer (RTE) Manager to be located in New Brunswick, NJ or Raritan, NJ. This is a key leadership role within SigniFi Technology Services, responsible for orchestrating end-to-end Agile delivery across Finance platforms including S/4HANA Central Finance (CFIN), Transact, Treasury (TMS), and DataHub (DDGR). This role acts as the primary delivery integrator across Business, Business Technology (BT), and TS Application Development, ensuring scalable, predictable, and high-quality execution of the Finance transformation roadmap. The RTE Manager will lead Agile Release Trains (ARTs), manage cross-functional dependencies, and embed AI-enabled SDLC, FlexOps, and engineering excellence practices to accelerate delivery and improve system reliability. Key Responsibilities Finance Agile Delivery Leadership Lead and orchestrate Agile Release Trains (ARTs) supporting Finance capabilities (A2R, P2P, I2C, Treasury) Facilitate all SAFe ceremonies, including: PI Planning Scrum of Scrums System Demos Inspect & Adapt sessions Align delivery execution with Finance business priorities, quarterly releases, and global rollout waves Program Execution & Integration Manage end-to-end delivery across Finance systems, including: S/4HANA (CFIN) SAP BTP integrations DataHub / HANA / DataSphere Drive dependency management across squads, platforms, and vendors Identify, escalate, and resolve program risks, blockers, and critical path issues Governance & Quality Engineering Ensure adherence to J&J SDLC and governance standards, including: Functional & Technical Design (FDS/TDS) reviews Code quality and transport governance Testing readiness (SIT, UAT, BST) Cutover planning and execution Partner with TS teams to ensure SOX-compliant, audit-ready delivery FlexOps & Stability Enable the One FlexOps model, ensuring seamless integration between build and run Drive system stability and operational excellence, including: Reduction of P1/P2 incidents Improved MTTR and proactive monitoring Strong cutover and release quality Coordinate with Basis, SRE, and platform teams for environment readiness AI-Enabled SDLC & Innovation Drive adoption of AI-driven SDLC (SASA / agent-based delivery) Enable teams to leverage: Functional, Technical, and Developer AI agents Automated documentation, testing, and code generation Deliver measurable improvements in: Delivery speed (25–40%+ productivity gains) Quality and defect reduction Stakeholder & Executive Engagement Serve as the primary orchestration point across Business, BT, TS, and partners (e.g., Deloitte) Provide clear, data-driven program reporting to senior stakeholders (CIO, CFO, TS LT) Ensure alignment across global Finance transformation initiatives Continuous Improvement Lead Inspect & Adapt cycles to improve: Delivery predictability Agile maturity Engineering quality Leverage tools such as Jira, Confluence, and analytics dashboards for performance tracking Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance Systems, or related field 8+ years of experience in technology delivery, program management, or agile leadership 3+ years in a Scaled Agile (SAFe) environment, preferably as RTE, Scrum Master, or Program Lead Strong experience in Finance transformation programs (SAP S/4HANA, ERP, or similar) Proven ability to manage large-scale, cross-functional enterprise delivery Preferred SAFe RTE certification or SAFe Program Consultant Experience with: S/4HANA Central Finance (CFIN) Treasury (TMS), Transact, or Finance processes (A2R, P2P, I2C) SAP BTP and Data platforms (HANA, DataSphere) Exposure to AI-enabled SDLC / automation frameworks Experience in regulated environments (SOX, compliance-driven delivery) Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #JNJTECH #LI-HYBRID Required Skills: Preferred Skills: The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $102,000.00 - $177,100.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: • Vacation –120 hours per calendar year • Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year • Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year • Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year • Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child • Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year • Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days • Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year • Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits Additional Locations: Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America