Release Train Engineer (RTE)

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Title: Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Location: Washington, D.C

Duration: Long Term

Remote

Description:

·         PI Planning & Preparation: Lead the end-to-end preparation for PI Planning, including ART backlog readiness via WSJF and logistical coordination; facilitate the flagship 2-day in-person planning event.

·         ART Execution & Sync: Facilitate all critical ART-level syncs (Coach Sync, PO Sync, Architect Sync, System Demos) and track flow metrics such as Velocity, Cycle Time, and ART Predictability.

·         Strategic Coaching: Utilize powerful questioning to coach Scrum Masters, System Architects, and Product Management; assist Business Owners in assigning business value and understanding their strategic roles.

·         Flow Optimization: Establish pull systems and value stream mapping to eliminate dependencies and improve the seamless flow of value across the ART.

·         Relentless Improvement: Drive the ART improvement roadmap using AgilityInsights TeamHealth assessments and the Inspect & Adapt (I&A) process.

·         Servant Leadership: Foster an environment of mutual influence and psychological safety, supporting team members in decision-making and personal development while applying systems thinking to resolve complex bottlenecks.

·         Cross-ART Coordination: Collaborate with the Value Management Office (VMO) and other ARTs to synchronize planning and delivery efforts across the enterprise.

Required skills:

·         12 plus experience is required

·         SAFe Expert Certification: Must hold an active SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) 6.0 certification.

·         Consulting Credentials: Must hold a Scalable Agile Practice Consultant (SPC) 6.0 certification.

·         Facilitation Specialist: Must be an AgilityInsights Facilitator certified professional.

·         Public Speaking: Proven ability to command a room and present confidently to large audiences and executive leadership.

·         Agile Tooling: Proficiency in tracking flow measures and utilizing Lean-Agile transformation tools.

·         Technical Literacy: Strong understanding of DevOps practices and continuous delivery pipelines.

·         Location: Ability to work on-site in Washington, D.C. for key events and PI Planning sessions.