Release Train Engineer (RTE)

job summary:

Randstad is seeking an experienced, servant-leader Release Train Engineer (RTE) to guide and optimize an Agile Release Train (ART) for our enterprise client based in Washington, D.C. In this high-visibility role, you will act as the chief scrum master and strategic facilitator for the train, bridging the gap between enterprise strategy, cascaded OKRs, and technical execution. You will drive end-to-end Program Increment (PI) planning and execution, eliminate systemic delivery bottlenecks through Value Stream Mapping, and mentor cross-functional leaders-including Scrum Masters, Product Managers, and System Architects-to mature Lean-Agile and DevOps capabilities across the organization.

location: Washington, Washington, D.C.
job type: Contract
salary: $70 - 80 per hour
work hours: 9am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:

Facilitate PI Planning & Events: Lead preparation, backlog readiness, WSJF scoring, and full facilitation of the 2-day in-person PI Planning event; align delivery outcomes with enterprise strategy and organizational OKRs.

Support PI Execution & Delivery: Track and report ART Predictability, Velocity, Cycle Time, and Flow metrics; facilitate core ART synchronization events (Coach Sync, ART Sync, Architect Sync, PO Sync, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt).

Cross-ART & Executive Alignment: Partner with Business Owners to evaluate business value, manage inter-ART dependencies, and coordinate strategic delivery roadmaps with external trains.

Flow Optimization & Value Stream Delivery: Establish pull systems, eliminate handoffs and cross-team bottlenecks, and facilitate Value Stream Mapping sessions to accelerate end-to-end delivery speed.

Coaching & Continuous Improvement: Mentor Scrum Masters, Product Managers, and Architects using powerful questioning techniques; champion built-in quality, DevOps practices, and Communities of Practice (CoPs).

Relentless Improvement & Transformation: Partner with the Value Management Office (VMO) and Lean-Agile Center of Excellence (LACE) to run AgilityInsights TeamHealth Assessments and drive systemic process improvements.

Servant Leadership & Executive Presence: Act as the primary face and voice of the ART, facilitating large-scale events with strong public speaking skills while fostering psychological safety, transparency, and collaboration across all teams.

qualifications:

Required Certifications:

Certified SAFe 6.0 Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Certified SAFe 6.0 Practice Consultant (SPC)

Certified AgilityInsights Facilitator

Experience: 5+ years of experience facilitating Agile Release Trains and coaching multi-team delivery environments using the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

Delivery & Metrics Mastery: Proven track record of tracking and optimizing Flow Metrics (Flow Velocity, Flow Time, Flow Efficiency, Flow Load, and Predictability).

Enterprise Coaching: Demonstrated ability to coach both technical teams and executive-level Business Owners in Lean-Agile values, OKR alignment, and built-in quality practices.

Facilitation & Public Speaking: Exceptional presentation and facilitation skills, with demonstrated confidence commanding rooms of 100+ participants during multi-day planning events.

Local Presence: Ability to commute to client facilities in Washington, D.C., specifically for mandatory in-person PI Planning sessions, workshops, and critical ART ceremonies.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.