Release Train Engineer

Regions Bank

. Oversee medium-sized or two small-to-medium release trains with complex scope and interdependencies .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $134,765 - $163,349 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Agile methodologies, particularly in managing Release Trains and facilitating cross-team collaboration. Proficient in leveraging agile metrics for continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Release Train ManagementAgile MethodologiesScaled Agile Framework (SAFe)Stakeholder CommunicationBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Agile Delivery MetricsRisk ManagementProgram CoordinationFeature TrackingLean-Agile PracticesPortfolio BudgetingCompliance InterpretationScrum TechniquesPlanning FacilitationFinancial Tracking

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsEffective CommunicationLeadership Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

SAFe Certified Release Train EngineerAgile Practitioner

Industry Keywords

Agile Release TrainProgram ManagementStakeholder ManagementOperational ExcellenceChange Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee medium-sized or two small-to-medium release trains with complex scope and interdependencies
Facilitate release planning, including stakeholder and customer communication during feature definition and delivery
Use agile delivery metrics and ceremonies to drive continuous improvement and maximize backlog execution
Resolve and report issues and manage dependencies and risks across Agile Release Trains
Coordinate major feature releases and delivery of value involving multiple teams, release trains, or solution groups
Coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in Lean-Agile practices and mindsets
Manage quarterly plan changes and their impacts
Monitor program coordination, execution, and value delivery while ensuring alignment with company strategy and goals
Facilitate communication and share progress updates across teams
Create retrospective improvement roadmaps
Operate within the Agile Release Train budget
Facilitate periodic sync meetings across trains
Track features and capabilities throughout development
Facilitate relationships between teams and departments
Collaborate with the PMO on program execution and operational excellence
Collaborate with product and solution management, product owners, and stakeholders on strategy and execution alignment
Ensure compliance with risk management, regulatory, cybersecurity, and disciplined change-management practices
Support portfolio budgeting, financial tracking, governance, and investment planning
Manage vendor relationships, delivery commitments, and strategic partnerships
Provide portfolio reporting, dashboards, and executive-level updates
Support roadmap planning, prioritization, and alignment with business objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and six (6) years of experience as a Release Train Engineer, Scrum Master, Product Owner, or Agile Project/Program Manager; or High School Diploma or GED and ten (10) years of such experience
Scaled Agile such as Agile Practitioner, SAFe certified Release Train Engineer preferred
Experience leveraging and interpreting agile metrics preferred
Prior management experience preferred
Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and industry guidance
Ability to facilitate large planning and solutioning sessions
Excellent analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of patterns and techniques for filling intentional gaps in Scrum
Effective communication with technical and non-technical users at all organizational levels
Ability to prioritize and assign work to meet deadlines
Ability to provide dynamic leadership through direct management and influential leadership
Excellent leadership skills to manage stakeholders at train and Solution level
Understanding of Agile at scale philosophies and methodologies
Understanding of program budgets and budgeting within a SAFe environment
Understanding of beneficial metrics, metric interpretation, and risk-based course correction
Must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
No work visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus plan
Paid Vacation/Sick Time
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Disability Benefits
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Associate Volunteer Program