Habitat for Humanity International · 11 hours ago
Release Train Engineer (Agile)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $141K/yr
5+ years expHabitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is seeking a collaborative Agile program leader to join their team as a Release Train Engineer (RTE). This role combines Agile leadership with Technical Program Management expertise to drive enterprise-scale delivery of technology initiatives and manage the flow of value through the Agile Release Train.
ConstructionHomeless ShelterNon ProfitResidential
Hiring Manager
Demetrice Jones
Responsibilities
Drive relentless improvement in ART flow to ensure continuous delivery of valuable features to customers
Facilitate the removal of impediments as needed
Lead Value Stream Mapping to identify delays, reduce waste, and improve time-to-market
Facilitate PI Planning events
Coordinate and lead ART ceremonies, including Coach Sync, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops
Design and deliver custom workshops
Provide SAFe training to teams and stakeholders
Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the ART and across external teams
Coach and mentor Scrum Masters/Team Coaches, Product Owners, and ART team members
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and agile best practices
Drive PI execution and ensure alignment with business objectives
Identify and manage risks and dependencies across the ART
Escalate and track impediments for timely resolution
Ensure adherence to SAFe principles and practices
Track and communicate key metrics to monitor ART performance
Analyze data to support decision-making and improvement initiatives
Provide regular progress, risk, and outcome updates to stakeholders
Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including Product Management, Solution Architects, and Business Owners
Ensure transparency and alignment of priorities across the ART
Act as a liaison between the ART and other organizational units
Stay current on Lean-Agile trends through books, podcasts, articles, and webinars
Keep up-to-date with SAFe training enablements and resources
Attend SAFe conferences and maintain proficiency with the latest Agile tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field
5+ years of experience implementing Agile methodologies
SAFe Release Train Engineer
Proven leadership skills, including exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in English
Strong technical background in information technology management
Proven track-record of successfully leading PI planning, aligning teams, and collaboration across teams and stakeholders
Strong knowledge and comprehension of Lean Agile frameworks and principles and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
Experience in organizing, directing, and managing activities related to building and maintaining software releases
Knowledge of system development life cycle methodologies
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Active support of HFHI values and commitments: Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves. Courage – We do what's right, even when it is difficult or unpopular. Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat's mission. Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity's code of conduct
Preferred
SAFe PRACTICE CONSULTANT (SPC)
SAFe Scrum Master Certification
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery strategies
Experience working in a fully-remote environment
Experience working with non-profit organizations
Benefits
Vacation leave
Sick leave
Personal days
Health insurance options
Retirement plan contributions
Life insurance
Company
Habitat for Humanity International
Habitat for Humanity provides affordable housing solutions through community partnerships and volunteer efforts.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.73MKey Investors
Kauffman FoundationThe Cigna Group FoundationBlackHawk Network
2025-05-08Grant
2024-08-12Grant· $0.25M
2024-01-24Grant· $1M
Leadership Team
Elizabeth Satow
Area Vice President Asia Pacific
Recent News
2025-12-16
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