Release Train Engineer

SUMMARY:
Release Train Engineer
We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Release Train Engineer to lead and optimize our Agile release processes across departments. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, facilitation, and analytical capabilities to ensure seamless delivery of complex initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach, leveraging industry best practices, robust data management, and innovative problem-solving to drive outcomes. With a strong attention to detail, business acumen, and a commitment to continuous improvement, you’ll play a key role in aligning strategy with execution in a high-paced environment.

This is a 3 Year contract with the option to renew.

POSITION INFO:
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate Agile Release Train (ART) Events
  
  • Plan and lead key SAFe ceremonies such as PI (Program Increment) Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops.
• Coordinate ART Execution
  
  • Ensure alignment across multiple Agile teams to deliver value and meet business goals on time.
• Support Program Increment (PI) Objectives
  
  • Track and communicate PI progress, dependencies, risks, and impediments.
• Drive Continuous Improvement
  
  • Promote lean thinking, identify inefficiencies, and lead improvement initiatives across the train.
• Manage Risks and Dependencies
  
  • Identify, escalate, and resolve cross-team risks and issues proactively.
• Foster Collaboration and Communication
  
  • Act as a servant leader and coach to Agile teams, Product Management, and stakeholders.
• Ensure Transparency and Reporting
  
  • Maintain dashboards, reports, and communication tools to keep all stakeholders informed of ART progress.
• Coach on Agile Best Practices
  
  • Provide guidance on Lean-Agile principles, SAFe practices, and team-level Agile execution.
• Interface with Leadership and Stakeholders
  
  • Align ART outcomes with strategic priorities and report on delivery metrics and business value.
• Support Tooling and Infrastructure
  
  • Ensure Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally) are effectively used to support execution and tracking.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).
• Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer (RTE) – preferred or required.
• Additional Agile certifications such as SAFe® Agilist, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or PMI-ACP are advantageous.
• 8 Years Experience as RTE
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Strong Microsoft office suite skills – Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working with Jira and other Project Management tools to enhance project details and visibility.