Release Train Engineer (RTE)
About the role
As a Release Train Engineer (RTE), you will make an impact by leading Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and enabling teams to deliver business value predictably, efficiently, and at scale. You will be a valued member of the Agile Delivery organization and will work collaboratively with Product Management, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Business Stakeholders, and Agile teams to drive successful program execution.
In this role, you will:
- Facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning and key SAFe ceremonies, including Scrum of Scrums, PO Syncs, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops.
- Drive alignment across multiple Agile teams by managing dependencies, mitigating risks, and removing impediments that impact delivery.
- Track and communicate progress against PI objectives, delivery commitments, and program metrics to stakeholders and leadership.
- Coach Scrum Masters, Product Owners, team members, and leaders on SAFe and Lean-Agile principles to improve team performance and collaboration.
- Partner with business and technology stakeholders to ensure strategic objectives are translated into successful program outcomes.
- Promote continuous improvement, transparency, collaboration, and a culture of accountability across Agile Release Trains.
- Support release readiness activities while ensuring alignment across business and technology teams.
Work Model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, requiring attendance in the office two days per week.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured, we will always be clear about role expectations.
- Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Work Model: Hybrid (2 days per week in the office)
- Working Hours: 8:00 AM CST to 5:00 PM CST
- Languages Required: English and Spanish Advanced
What you need to have to be considered
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 8+ years of experience in Agile delivery, software development, program management, or related disciplines.
- 3+ years of experience working as a Release Train Engineer, Agile Coach, or Senior Scrum Master within a SAFe environment.
- SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) certification.
- Hands-on experience with Agile delivery tools such as Jira, Jira Align, or Azure DevOps.
- Strong facilitation, stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams, dependencies, risks, and stakeholder communications in complex delivery environments.
These will help you stand out
- Additional SAFe certifications such as SA, SPC, SSM, or POPM.
- Experience supporting multiple Agile Release Trains (ARTs) or large-scale Solution Trains.
- Knowledge of DevOps, CI/CD, test automation, and modern software delivery practices.
- PMP, PMI-ACP, Certified Scrum Professional, or similar Agile certifications.
- Experience working with globally distributed teams across multiple time zones.
- Domain experience in areas such as Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, CRM, or Enterprise Platforms.
Why Cognizant?
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses.
At Cognizant, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth through continuous learning, career development, and meaningful opportunities to make an impact.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can contribute in a variety of ways. Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and share how your experience may align with the role.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
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