Release Train Engineer; RTE​/Cloud Platform

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support a Cloud Platform Agile Release Train within a highly regulated environment. This role partners closely with Product, Engineering, Architecture, Systems Engineering, and Program Management to drive planning, execution, and delivery across multiple Agile teams. The environment follows SAFe Agile practices, including quarterly PI Planning and ART‑level ceremonies. The RTE will act as a key delivery leader, aligning teams on priorities, managing dependencies, and ensuring successful execution of committed objectives.

• Lead and facilitate SAFe ceremonies including PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, ART Syncs, and Inspect & Adapt events
• Coordinate planning and execution across multiple Agile teams supporting cloud platform initiatives
• Manage cross‑team dependencies, risks, issues, and impediments to ensure aligned delivery
• Provide visibility into ART performance through metrics, milestone tracking, and forecasting
• Partner with Product Owners, Architects, Systems Engineering, and Engineering Leadership to support feature readiness and planning
• Drive issue resolution and escalation across teams and stakeholders
• Support Agile teams that may not have dedicated Scrum Master coverage
• Collaborate with adjacent platform and product teams to align integration efforts and delivery plans

• 8+ years of experience in Agile delivery, program/project management, or related roles
• 3+ years of experience in a scaled Agile role (RTE, Sr. Scrum Master, Agile Program Manager, etc.)
• Experience as an RTE, Senior Scrum Master, Agile Program Manager, or similar leadership role
• Strong experience within SAFe Agile environments, including PI Planning and ART execution
• Proven ability to support large‑scale Agile programs with multiple Scrum teams
• Experience managing dependencies, integrations, risks, and stakeholder communications
• Background supporting cloud‑based platforms and distributed engineering teams
• Experience working in regulated environments (medical device, healthcare, or similar preferred)
• Strong facilitation, organization, and communication skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs, and may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees.

Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.