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Release Train Engineer SME

Falls Church, VA · On-site

Everforth ECS is seeking a Release Train Engineer SME to work in the National Capital Region covering the Pentagon, Falls Church, and Fairfax . Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract ...

Govcio LLC

Release Train Engineer-RTE (Remote)

$170K - $180K/yr

GovCIO is looking for a Release Train Engineer (RTE) who will be responsible for guiding Agile ... Facilitates all key Scaled Agile (SAFe) ceremonies and program events, and is accountable for the ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Placentia, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Buena Park, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

La Palma, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Tustin, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Stanton, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Fullerton, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

Cox Automotive

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Villa Park, CA

$121K - $203K/yr

The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time safe release train engineer in the United States is $62.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.92 and $69.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Safe Release Train Engineer vs Scrum Master?

AspectFull Time Safe Release Train EngineerScrum Master
CertificationsSAFe Program Consultant (SPC), SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM)
Work EnvironmentAgile Release Trains, SAFe Framework, enterprise-level programsScrum teams, project-level Agile environments
Industry UsageLarge organizations adopting SAFe, scaled Agile frameworksStartups, small to medium teams, Agile projects

The Full Time Safe Release Train Engineer (RTE) focuses on coordinating multiple Agile teams within the SAFe framework at an enterprise level, requiring specific certifications like SPC. In contrast, a Scrum Master primarily supports individual Scrum teams, often with CSM or PSM certifications. While both roles facilitate Agile practices, the RTE manages larger programs across multiple teams, whereas the Scrum Master concentrates on team-level Agile adoption.

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Sr. Release Train Engineer

Sr. Release Train Engineer

Cox Communications, Inc.

Irvine, CA • Hybrid

$121K - $203K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Cox Communications rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 76 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Engineering / Product Development

Job Profile

Sr Release Train Engineer

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option 

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $121,800.00 - $203,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Automotive is looking for a talented Senior Release Train Engineer to join their team.The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) is an outcomes-driven problem solver, whose primary purpose is to lead large and complex Agile Release Trains (ART) to success by navigating the complexity of delivering software solutions consistently across large and distinct environments.

The Senior RTE must creatively resolve and escalate a wide range of impediments, manage risk, assure value delivery, and drive program level continuous improvement. They play a critical link between multiple scrum teams; facilitating communications, opening the flow of information, and sharing important progress updates to ensure all teams involved in the ART are focused on successful delivery. The Senior RTE is accountable for the overall coordination, execution and delivery of value through the program while ensuring alignment with company strategy, commitments and goals.

Primary duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversees release trains (grouping of agile teams) that are of strategic importance to our business, and that have complex scope and inter-dependencies.

  • Has responsibility for facilitating ceremonies and work management for both the Release Train Team, as well as a subset or all of the delivery teams associated with that Release Train.

  • Facilitates the coordinated preparation of release planning for the release train and delivery teams, including communication and coordination with stakeholders and customers during feature definition and delivery.

  • Actively manages the backlog, as well as ALM tool data integrity for accurate reporting. This includes the collection of metrics and KPI's.

  • Actively manages the backlog, as well as ALM tool data integrity for accurate reporting. This includes the collection of metrics and KPI's.

  • Coordinate major feature releases and ongoing delivery of value to customers where multiple teams, release trains, or solution groups are involved in development.

  • Resolve/report a wide range of issues and manage dependencies and risks across the ART, between ART's, as well as across delivery teams.

  • Leverages agile delivery metrics and regular Agile ceremonies to identify and drive continuous improvement, in order to maximize organizational performance and execution against the backlog.

  • Regularly participates in the RTE and SM Community of Practice helping the organization to maintain alignment, learn new techniques, and improve technical and quality practices.

  • Work with RTE and SM community to determine ways to help ARTs across the company improve cross train and solution group coordination and collaboration.

  • Applies Agile principles and methodology solutions with a pragmatic, stakeholder-management approach.

WHO YOU ARE

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 4 years' experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 10 years' experience in a related field.

  • 4+ years' experience in a Release Train Engineer role; or 5+ years' experience in a Scrum Master or Agile Program Manager title.

  • Strong technical aptitude and experience leading teams in delivering quality software.

  • Experience using ALM tools preferred; Rally or Targetprocess experience is a plus.

  • Position requires minimum 2 days / wk in-office; candidates must live in metropolitan area of job location.

Preferred

  • Experience leveraging and interpreting agile metrics.

  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate large planning and solutioning sessions.

  • Understanding of Agile at scale philosophies & methodologies.

  • Experience with Organizational Change Management practices.

  • Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, or Agile at scale practices.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.



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Cox Communications is the largest private telecom company in America, serving six million homes and businesses. That's a lot, but we also proudly serve our employees. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just two of the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you're interested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart home tech and more, join Cox Communications today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark?

Industry

Media and telecom

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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