Release Train Engineer

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Release Train Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will guide enterprise Agile execution across program-level workstreams, ensuring delivery aligns with business strategy and measurable outcomes. You will partner closely with leaders, product and technology teams, and Scrum Masters to strengthen planning discipline, manage dependencies, and improve predictability across the organization. The position also plays a key role in coaching teams, enabling data-driven decisions, and supporting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Lead Program Increments to ensure alignment with business outcomes
• Drive PI Planning readiness by collaborating with key stakeholders
• Facilitate core ART events to enhance predictability and quality
• Support cross-team dependencies and release-on-demand planning
• Coach Scrum Masters and Agile teams to enhance performance
• Enable data-driven decision-making through Agile metrics and AI insights
• Serve as a change agent to foster stakeholder alignment and accountability
• Promote Responsible AI practices within value streams

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Agile delivery leadership experience with significant Release Train Engineer expertise
• Proven expertise in SAFe framework and Agile Release Train execution
• Experience operating at Program and/or Portfolio levels aligned with business strategy
• 3+ years as an Agile coach for team and program-level personnel
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills across various audiences
• Analytical mindset with experience in Agile metrics for decision-making
• Proficiency with Agile project management tools like Azure DevOps and JIRA

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage for both physical and mental well-being
• Generous time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Access to resources for continuous career development
• Financial security through competitive pay and retirement planning options
• Family-friendly benefits catering to both employees and their dependents
• Additional perks such as retail discounts and referral incentives

Pay

$170,000 – $190,000 annually