Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Praecipio is a consulting company that offers dynamic project-based work across industries, providing professional services and Agile transformation solutions.
$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 Release Train Engineer (RTE) to join their professional services team in a contract role. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects across industries while making an immediate impact. The RTE will be responsible for delivering large-scale Agile initiatives across multiple teams in an Agile Release Train (ART).

The role requires a SAFe 6.0 certified professional who will work closely with Product Managers, Scrum Masters, System Architects, and other stakeholders. The primary focus will be on ensuring teams follow Agile principles and practices while facilitating effective communication, planning, and execution. The RTE will lead PI (Planning Interval) planning, manage dependencies across teams, and foster continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Agile practitioner who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys leading large-scale transformations. The position offers competitive compensation ($75-90/hour) and requires 25-50% travel to the client site. The hybrid work arrangement provides flexibility while maintaining essential face-to-face collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of Agile experience and 3 years in an RTE role within a SAFe environment. They should be well-versed in SAFe principles, Agile methodologies, and have strong facilitation skills. Experience with Jira and the ability to understand technical aspects of solutions is crucial.

Join Praecipio to enhance your skills, expand your professional network, and potentially transition into a permanent role. This position offers the perfect blend of challenge, growth, and impact for those passionate about Agile transformation and enterprise-scale program management.

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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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