What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solution Manager position at VivSoft Technologies?
About the company:
At VivSoft, we aim to solve complex federal problems using emerging and open technologies in a collaborative and rewarding environment. VivSoft is a diverse team of strategists, engineers, designers, and creators experienced in building high performance effective softwares, with impactful organizational design and organizational dynamics for software delivery. We build secure Software Factories based on DoD reference designs and NIST Frameworks for Cloud and DevSecOps. These factories deliver AI/ML Applications, Data Science Platforms, Blockchain and Microservices for DoD, Healthcare and Civilian Agencies
Job Summary:
The Solution Manager will play a pivotal role in the Value Stream Agile Release Train (ART) as key personnel dedicated to the successful execution of large-scale business solutions. This position requires a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders to develop and maintain the Solution Vision. The Solution Manager will be integral to the Solution Train team, which includes roles such as Solution Train Engineer, Solution Architect, SAFe® Coach, Release Manager, and Data Architect.
Key Responsibilities:
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Value Stream ART stakeholders to ensure the continuous delivery of valuable business outcomes and enhance software quality.
- Reporting Standards Facilitation: Implement consistent reporting and tracking standards across ARTs, including defect status management and user story workflows.
- Cross-Train Dependency Management: Address and manage cross-train dependencies by developing action plans and facilitating discussions among Solution Train members.
- Knowledge Transfer Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance the Knowledge Transfer (KT) process, ensuring its integrity and effectiveness in delivering quality software.
- Deployment Support: Collaborate with Release Managers and other stakeholders to assist in deployment activities, focusing on process improvement and communication regarding cross-train dependencies.
- Solution Backlog Development: Assist in creating and refining the Solution Backlog to ensure it aligns with customer needs and delivers high-quality software.
- SAFe® Set-Based Design Facilitation: Promote the application of set-based design practices across the solution backlog.
- Prioritization Coordination: Organize refinement meetings and utilize the Weighted Shortest Job First (WSJF) model for backlog prioritization.
- Solution Intent Management: Define, maintain, and adjust the solution intent based on feedback during Program Increment (PI) execution.
- Risk Management: Utilize Jira for managing solution-level risks, categorizing them during PI planning, and tracking progress throughout execution.
- Ceremony Participation: Attend all Solution Train ceremonies and contribute to improving efficiencies related to solution processes.
Skills Required:
- Clearance: USDA Public Trust Clearance required.
- Proven experience in Agile methodologies, particularly within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
- Strong understanding of software development processes and business solution delivery.
- Excellent communication skills with a focus on collaboration across teams.
- Experience with risk management tools such as Jira.
- Ability to facilitate discussions and lead cross-functional teams effectively.
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