Release Train Engineer (RTE)

Project description

This is a requirement for a Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support large-scale transformation initiatives within a critical financial systems landscape. The role involves coordinating Agile Release Trains (ARTs) across complex environments, including Murex or other highly critical financial platforms. The RTE will act as a servant leader and coach, ensuring delivery alignment, risk management, and effective collaboration across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Program Increment (PI) planning, system demos, and ART ceremonies to ensure seamless delivery.
• Partner with Product Managers, Product Owners, and stakeholders to define and prioritize features.
• Identify, manage, and resolve cross-team dependencies and risks.
• Ensure alignment of delivery objectives across front-to-back functions (technology, operations, and business teams).
• Drive continuous improvement in Agile maturity across teams, promoting best practices in scaling frameworks (SAFe or equivalent).
• Provide transparency into delivery status, metrics, and progress for senior stakeholders.
• Support change and release management processes for highly complex and regulated systems.

Skills

Must have

• 12+ years of IT experience with at least 3-5 years as a Release Train Engineer, Program Manager, or Agile Delivery Lead.
• Proven experience in running large-scale Agile Release Trains (SAFe or equivalent).
• Exposure to highly critical financial systems (Murex experience strongly preferred, or similar trading/risk platforms).
• Strong understanding of Agile principles, program management, and scaled delivery practices.
• Excellent stakeholder management and facilitation skills.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

Nice to have

• SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) or other Agile certifications (SPC, PMP, CSM).
• Experience working in capital markets or investment banking environments.
• Knowledge of change management and regulatory compliance in financial services.
• Familiarity with Cloud (AWS/Azure) and DevOps practices in scaled delivery.

Other

Languages

English: B2 Upper Intermediate

Seniority

Senior