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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Release Train Engineer - **Company:** Cgi Inc. - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Data Migration, Distributed Systems, Scrum Methodology, Release Management, Software Engineering, Statistical Process Control (SPC), VersionOne, Enterprise Software Applications, Devsecops, Microservices - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9170997/sr-release-train-engineer ## About the Role * Must have an Active Top Secret Security Clearance * U.S. Citizenship * Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience in Agile delivery, program coordination, or technical project leadership * 3+ years of direct Release Train Engineer experience in a SAFe environment * Strong understanding of Agile, SAFe, DevSecOps, CI/CD, and enterprise software delivery * Proven ability to manage cross-team dependencies, risks, and sequencing * Strong facilitation, organizational, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications * SAFe RTE, SPC, or PO/PM certification * Experience supporting DOJ, FBI, Intelligence Community, or other national-security modernization programs * Experience with AWS cloud environments, microservices, or distributed systems * Familiarity with Agile tooling (Jira, Azure DevOps, Rally, VersionOne) ## Description CGI Federal is seeking a Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) to lead Agile Release Train (ART) execution, facilitate SAFe ceremonies, manage cross-team dependencies, and ensure coordinated delivery across a major federal modernization program. The Senior RTE drives PI Planning, manages program-level risks, supports continuous improvement, and partners with mission stakeholders, engineering teams, and leadership to ensure synchronized, high-quality delivery in a secure environment. 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