Release Train Engineer

Job Title: Release Train Engineer

Location: Washington, DC

Work: Onsite

Job Description

Client is seeking an experienced Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support a large-scale Agile transformation initiative in Washington, DC. The RTE will serve as a servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART), facilitating program-level processes and execution, driving continuous improvement, and optimizing the flow of value through the ART using various Lean-Agile tools and techniques. This role requires excellent coordination, communication, and coaching skills, along with proven experience guiding teams through PI Planning, execution, and alignment with enterprise strategy.

Primary Skills :Agile Methodology

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate PI Planning

• Prepare ART backlog and logistics for Program Increment (PI) planning
• Lead in-person, two-day PI planning events
• Ensure alignment with enterprise strategy and OKRs

• Support PI Execution

• Track ART flow metrics: velocity, cycle time, predictability, etc.
• Facilitate key ART syncs (Coach Sync, PO Sync, I&A, System Demos, etc.)
• Promote DevOps and continuous delivery practices
• Support backlog refinement and coordinate with other ARTs
• Help Business Owners understand their role and define business value

• Coach the ART

• Guide Scrum Masters, Product Managers, Architects, and Business Owners
• Use powerful questions to foster team self-discovery and improvement
• Lead ART and team events in alignment with Safe principles

• Optimize Flow

• Establish pull systems and flow metrics
• Facilitate value stream mapping and remove cross-team dependencies
• Continuously improve flow of value

• Drive Relentless Improvement

• Lead TeamHealth assessments and I&A events
• Promote built-in quality and collaborate with Lean-Agile transformation teams

• Act as a Servant Leader

• Foster a culture of openness, empathy, and shared leadership
• Empower teams in decision-making and problem-solving
• Represent the ART and deliver effective presentations to large audiences

Required Certifications:

• Safe Release Train Engineer 6.0
• Scaled Agile Practice Consultant 6.0
• Agility Insights Facilitator Certification