Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Praecipio is a consulting company that offers dynamic project-based work across industries, providing professional services and Agile consulting.
$156,000 - $187,200
DevOps
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
7+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Praecipio is seeking a SAFe 6.0 certified Release Train Engineer (RTE) for a dynamic consulting opportunity. This role involves leading large-scale Agile initiatives across multiple teams in an Agile Release Train (ART). The position offers project-based work with competitive compensation ($75-90/hour) and requires 25-50% travel to client sites.

As an RTE, you'll work closely with Product Managers, Scrum Masters, System Architects, and stakeholders to ensure teams follow Agile principles and practices. Your primary responsibilities include facilitating PI planning, managing cross-team dependencies, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of Agile experience, with 3+ years specifically in an RTE role within a SAFe environment. You should possess strong leadership skills, deep understanding of SAFe principles, and experience with Jira. This hybrid position is based in Atlanta, offering the perfect blend of remote work and on-site collaboration.

Join Praecipio to experience diverse projects across industries, enhance your skills, and make an immediate impact. This role provides professional growth opportunities and the potential to transition into a permanent position. If you're passionate about Agile methodologies and thrive in dynamic environments, this position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career while working with leading enterprises.

The role combines technical leadership with strategic planning, requiring both deep SAFe expertise and strong interpersonal skills. You'll be instrumental in driving organizational transformation and ensuring successful delivery of large-scale Agile initiatives.

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Responsibilities For Release Train Engineer (RTE)

  • Facilitate PI planning sessions to align teams, stakeholders, and business objectives
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Architects to define program vision, roadmap, and goals
  • Lead the ART's events to ensure team alignment and timely resolution of issues
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and impediments across teams and stakeholders
  • Monitor and communicate ART progress, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders
  • Act as a servant leader by supporting teams, removing blockers, and enabling high performance
  • Mentor and coach Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and team members on Lean-Agile principles
  • Champion Agile/SAFe principles and practices
  • Ensure ART adheres to compliance, quality, and delivery timelines

Requirements For Release Train Engineer (RTE)

  • Minimum of 7 years of experience working in Agile frameworks
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in an RTE role in a SAFe environment
  • SAFe® Practice Consultant (SPC) or other SAFe certifications required
  • Strong understanding of SAFe principles and practices, including Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and Lean
  • Experience with administering project management tools specifically in Jira
  • Experience managing large-scale, multi-team Agile projects
  • SAFe® Release Train Engineer (RTE) Certification (SAFe 6.0 or later)
  • Located in Atlanta or Southeast

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