Release Train Engineer

Release Train Engineer (RTE) – Healthcare

Overview

We are seeking a Release Train Engineer (RTE) to lead Agile Release Trains (ARTs) delivering complex, high-impact healthcare technology initiatives. This role will drive execution, alignment, and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful delivery of scalable solutions that support clinical, regulatory, and operational healthcare needs.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate Agile Release Train ceremonies, including PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt sessions

Coordinate delivery across multiple Agile teams, ensuring alignment with business priorities, dependencies, and timelines

Partner with Product Management, Architecture, and Business Stakeholders to translate healthcare requirements into actionable delivery plans

Drive continuous improvement of Agile processes, team performance, and release predictability

Identify, escalate, and remove risks, impediments, and cross-team dependencies

Ensure adherence to healthcare regulatory standards, including HIPAA, data privacy, and compliance requirements

Track and report on program progress, KPIs, and delivery health to leadership and stakeholders

Support release management activities, including coordination of deployments, validation, and post-release monitoring

Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, accountability, and continuous learning across teams

Required Qualifications

5–8+ years of experience in Agile delivery roles, including Scrum Master, Program Manager, or Release Train Engineer

Hands-on experience leading SAFe Agile Release Trains or similar scaled Agile frameworks

Proven experience delivering technology solutions within healthcare environments (payer, provider, pharma, or health tech)

Strong understanding of healthcare systems, workflows, and regulatory considerations

Experience managing complex dependencies across multiple teams and systems

Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to operate in fast-paced environments while maintaining focus on quality and compliance

Preferred Qualifications

SAFe RTE certification or equivalent Agile certification

Experience with healthcare platforms such as EHR/EMR systems (Epic, Cerner), claims processing, or patient engagement platforms

Familiarity with cloud-based architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and modern DevOps practices

Experience working with data-driven healthcare initiatives, including analytics, interoperability (FHIR/HL7), or AI-enabled solutions

What Success Looks Like

Consistent delivery of high-quality, compliant healthcare solutions aligned with business goals

Improved team velocity, predictability, and cross-team collaboration

Reduced delivery risk through proactive dependency and issue management

Strong stakeholder confidence and clear communication across business and technology teams