Release Train Engineer

About Zeta

Zeta is a Next-Gen Banking Tech company that empowers banks and fintechs to launch banking products for the future. It was founded by Bhavin Turakhia and Ramki Gaddipati in 2015.

Our flagship processing platform - Zeta Tachyon - is the industry's first modern, cloud-native, and fully API-enabled stack that brings together issuance, processing, lending, core banking, fraud & risk, and many more capabilities as a single-vendor stack. 20M+ cards have been issued on our platform globally.

Zeta is actively working with the largest Banks and Fintechs in multiple global markets transforming customer experience for multi-million card portfolios.

Zeta has over 1,700+ employees across the US, EMEA, and Asia, with 70%+ roles in R&D . Backed by SoftBank, Mastercard, and other investors , we raised $330M at a $2B valuation in 2025.

Learn more @ www.zeta.tech , careers.zeta.tech , Linkedin , Twitter

About The Role

Release Train Engineer is responsible for planning, execution, and delivery of programs, ensuring that they align with the organization's strategic objectives. It requires a combination of leadership, strategic thinking, communication skills, and a deep understanding of project management principles. Act as a bridge between the strategic vision of the organization and the successful execution of projects that contribute to achieving that vision.We are seeking a (highly experienced) Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs that drive business growth and customer success. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading large-scale, high-impact programs and initiatives in the banking & credit cards domain. Release Train Engineer responsibilities are as follows :

Responsibilities

• Program Planning : Align programs with the organization's strategic objectives and business goals. Clearly define the scope of the program, including deliverables and outcomes. Establish clear and measurable program objectives.
• Collaboration : Collaborate with all stakeholders for smooth and successful execution of the program.
• Risk Management : Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Address and resolve issues that may impact the program's success.
• Stakeholder Management : Engage with various stakeholders, including executives, project managers, and team members.
• Planning and Execution : Develop and manage the program schedule, setting realistic timelines and milestones.
• Change Management : Implement effective change control processes to manage alterations to the program scope and schedule. Communicate changes to stakeholders and ensure alignment.
• Conflict Resolution : Address conflicts and challenges within the team to maintain a positive work environment.

Skills

Experience And Qualifications

Equal Opportunity

Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities to apply and believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success

Skills Required

Java, Trello, Postgresql, Spring Boot, Jira, Kanban, Agile Methodology