Senior Release Train Engineer
Agile Release Train Lead
Location: Charlotte, NC (On-site, five days per week)
Schedule: Full-time, Contract-to-Hire
About the Opportunity
Join a global retail technology organization that is transforming everyday convenience through digital innovation. The mission is simple: to make life’s daily journeys simpler and more enjoyable. From connected retail and mobile payments to smart fueling and digital loyalty experiences, teams here are reimagining what convenience means for millions of customers around the world.
We are seeking an Agile Release Train Lead who thrives in a fast-paced environment, unites teams behind a common vision, and enables continuous delivery of customer value. This is a chance to influence large-scale transformation and help shape how technology powers the modern retail experience.
Role Overview
As the Agile Release Train Lead, you will serve as the chief facilitator and servant leader for one or more Agile Release Trains. You will coordinate multiple Agile teams, align business and technology objectives, and ensure smooth program execution across global functions. You will play a critical role in enabling innovation at scale and helping the organization deliver high-impact solutions that make everyday journeys easier.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and facilitate Program Increment Planning and other ART-level events to align teams around shared priorities and deliverables
• Coach Scrum Masters, Product Managers, and Business Owners on Lean Agile principles to foster continuous improvement and collaboration
• Manage program flow, identify and remove systemic impediments, and maintain visibility into dependencies and risks
• Partner with technology, product, and operations leaders to ensure value delivery aligns with business objectives
• Track and communicate program metrics related to predictability, velocity, and quality to support data-driven decision-making
• Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and innovation within and across Agile teams
• Support the growth of Agile communities of practice and contribute to organizational Agile maturity
Qualifications
• At least seven years of experience in Agile delivery, with a minimum of three years in a Release Train Engineer, Program Manager, or similar leadership role
• Proven experience facilitating SAFe or large-scale Agile environments; SAFe certification preferred
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, and experience coaching multiple teams
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional initiatives and manage dependencies across distributed teams
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills with both technical and business stakeholders
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to use data to guide continuous improvement
Why You Will Love It Here
• Be part of a global technology organization driving innovation in the retail and mobility space
• Collaborate with talented teams across continents to deliver real-world impact for millions of customers
• Work in a culture that values continuous improvement, empowerment, and teamwork
• Opportunity to transition to full-time employment and grow your career in an organization that invests in people and technology
Additional Details
• This is a contract-to-hire position requiring on-site presence in Charlotte, North Carolina, five days per week
• The position is open to individual applicants only; no third-party or corp-to-corp arrangements will be considered