Release Train Engineer W2 Hybrid

Description

Job Overview:

The Release Train Engineer (RTE) serves as a key member of the Enterprise Program Management Office (EPMO), providing program management support across complex technology initiatives. This role partners with project teams, scrum teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to drive alignment to program and portfolio objectives. The RTE is responsible for coordinating delivery, managing financials, supporting intake and governance processes, and ensuring visibility into program performance and execution health.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate across project, scrum, technology, business, and vendor teams to align delivery outcomes to program and portfolio OKRs

• Manage program budgets, including tracking actuals versus forecast and partnering with finance to ensure accurate reporting and funding alignment

• Oversee demand intake within the PDLC framework, ensuring alignment to capacity, funding availability, and prioritization standards

• Facilitate resolution of risks, dependencies, and conflicts while applying appropriate escalation paths

• Guide project managers and scrum masters to ensure alignment with delivery standards and program goals

• Identify, track, and remove impediments impacting program execution and delivery timelines

• Assess program-level risks and communicate key issues and dependencies to portfolio leadership

• Deliver recurring program status reports, including weekly updates, bi-weekly health reporting, and monthly portfolio review inputs

• Ensure adherence to SDLC standards, governance processes, and enterprise delivery frameworks

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who strives to pursue greatness, consistently demonstrates the ability to act with integrity, and is driven to help our clients succeed. The ideal candidate collaborates effectively to win together, fosters strong partnerships across teams, and contributes to a culture where teams can create and share joy while delivering impactful outcomes.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Project Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, Communications, or a related technical field

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale IT programs with budgets up to $5M

• 3+ years of experience serving as a Release Train Engineer (RTE) in an Agile environment

• 3+ years of experience managing programs across Agile and/or Waterfall SDLC methodologies

• Experience using enterprise tools such as JIRA and Confluence for program tracking and reporting

Preferences:

• Experience managing vendor performance and third-party delivery partners

• Experience facilitating requirements gathering and solution workshops

• Experience with financial governance processes including budget forecasting and variance tracking

• Experience with Planview or similar portfolio management and time tracking tools

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Microsoft Project or similar project management platforms

Skills

Agile, Release train, Jira, sdlc methodologies, it project management, infrastructure

Top Skills Details

Agile,Release train,Jira,sdlc methodologies,it project management

Experience Level

Expert Level

w2 Only , hybrid on site. local candidates only

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Mill, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $90.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.