Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Role: Release Train Engineer

Location: Chicago IL (Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite)

Job Type: Contract

Experience Required: 12 years

Skill Matrix:

Skills	Required
Agile Project Management	Yes
SAFe Agilist	Yes
SAFe RTE	Yes
Scrum	Yes

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support multiple Scrum Teams within the Cash & Liquidity space.
The ideal candidate will ensure smooth release execution drive Agile best practices and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver strategic business capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor the overall health of releases across multiple teams.
Understand Cash & Liquidity strategic priorities and guide planning efforts to ensure aligned delivery.
Manage project risks issues and escalate appropriately when needed.
Partner with stakeholders to define project requirements expectations and timelines.
Collaborate closely with teams to build product backlogs prioritize work and ensure timely delivery.

Organize and facilitate all core Agile ceremonies including:

Project planning
Daily stand-ups
Reviews & retrospectives
Sprint & release planning
Demos
Provide servant leadership to Scrum Teams leading by example.
Remove impediments by identifying and connecting with the right personnel.
Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders and management providing updates on risks dependencies and project status.
Facilitate conflict resolution through arbitration negotiation and reasoned discussions.

Track and manage:

Product backlog
Burn-down metrics
Velocity
Lead coach and mentor teams and the broader organization in Scrum adoption and Agile maturity.
Guide teams in applying SAFe practices and values consistently.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Strong hands-on experience as a Release Train Engineer.
Solid understanding of SAFe Agile and Agile project management processes.
Flexibility in working hours as needed.
SAFe RTE Certification is preferred.

Role: Release Train Engineer Location: Chicago IL (Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite) Job Type: Contract Experience Required: 12 years Skill Matrix: Skills Required Agile Project Management Yes SAFe Agilist Yes SAFe RTE Yes Scrum Yes Job Description: ...