Release Train Engineer III

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Birmingham, AL that is seeking a Release Train Engineer to lead Agile transformation efforts across multiple teams within the Consumer organization. This role is critical in guiding teams through the adoption of Agile methodologies-particularly Scrum and Kanban-while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and value delivery.
The successful Release Train Engineer will act as a coach, mentor, and servant leader, partnering with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and delivery teams to transition them into high-performing Agile teams. This position focuses heavily on Agile transformation activities, not release coordination, and requires a hands-on leader who can inspire change while providing structured guidance.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead Agile Release Trains (ART) and serve as a mentor to other RTEs/Scrum Masters
* Oversee large or multiple product verticals with complex scope and interdependencies
* Facilitate Agile transformation activities, including transitioning teams to Scrum and Kanban
* Coach Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and delivery teams on Agile practices and mindsets
* Act as the first point of contact for Agile-related questions and coaching needs
* Work closely with teams until they are fully transitioned and self-sustaining
* Support change management initiatives, encouraging and educating teams throughout the transformation journey
* Leverage Agile metrics and ceremonies to identify areas for continuous improvement and maximize organizational performance
* Resolve and escalate impediments, manage risks, and assure delivery of value in alignment with company strategy
* Coordinate and facilitate large planning and solutioning sessions across multiple teams
* Collaborate with stakeholders, including Product Management, PMO, and other ARTs, to ensure alignment of strategy and execution
* Track features and capabilities through development while ensuring transparency and effective communication

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
* 5+ years of experience as a Release Train Engineer, Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Agile Project/Program Manager
* Strong Agile team leadership experience with proven ability to coach and mentor teams
* Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies, large-scale planning, and cross-team collaboration
* Deep understanding of Agile at Scale philosophies and methodologies (SAFe, LeSS, or similar)
* Exceptional interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills-able to connect with technical and non-technical audiences
* Proven ability to manage change, encourage adoption, and foster an Agile mindset across diverse teams

Preferred
* Scaled Agile certifications (SAFe Release Train Engineer, SAFe Agilist, Agile Practitioner, etc.)
* Experience leveraging and interpreting Agile delivery metrics
* Familiarity with transformation programs involving multiple teams and platforms

Additional Role Insights
* The company is mid-transformation-currently 68 teams, with at least one-third not yet trained in Scrum/Kanban
* This role will focus on coaching, transformation, and process adoption, not direct release coordination
* Strong emphasis on servant leadership, change management, and hands-on guidance

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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