Oct 31
Top Secret/SCI
$140,000 - $180,000
Polygraph
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)
Senior Release Train Engineer
Location: Gaithersburg, MD; Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; St. Louis, MO; Aurora, CO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Company Overview
We are Ennoble First-the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
Program Summary
This program is transforming how mission systems are developed and deployed across the Intelligence Community. Through advanced Agile and DevSecOps integration, the team is building cloud-native, data-driven solutions that accelerate decision-making, automate secure workflows, and empower analysts and engineers alike. The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) plays a pivotal role in orchestrating large-scale Agile delivery, ensuring that innovative, secure capabilities move from concept to operational impact faster than ever before.
Primary Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Compensation
Target Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
E-Verify Participation
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.
The information below will be listed on our website's careers landing page.
EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
Location: Gaithersburg, MD; Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; St. Louis, MO; Aurora, CO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Company Overview
We are Ennoble First-the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
Program Summary
This program is transforming how mission systems are developed and deployed across the Intelligence Community. Through advanced Agile and DevSecOps integration, the team is building cloud-native, data-driven solutions that accelerate decision-making, automate secure workflows, and empower analysts and engineers alike. The Senior Release Train Engineer (RTE) plays a pivotal role in orchestrating large-scale Agile delivery, ensuring that innovative, secure capabilities move from concept to operational impact faster than ever before.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as the servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART).
- Facilitate Program Increment (PI) Planning, ART Syncs, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt events.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks and removing impediments across teams.
- Partner with Product Management, System Architects, and Scrum Masters to manage dependencies and alignment across Agile teams.
- Foster collaboration and transparency through metrics, communication, and shared objectives.
- Promote Agile maturity and coach teams in Lean-Agile principles and SAFe practices.
- Manage ART delivery cadence to ensure capabilities are deployed on schedule and meet mission requirements.
- Track program progress using JIRA and Confluence and report metrics to senior leadership.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 12-15 years of experience, or Master's with 10-13 years.
- Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph.
- 10+ years in Agile software delivery with at least 5 years as a Release Train Engineer or equivalent.
- SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) or SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) certification.
- Experience leading Agile teams in complex, multi-contract or multi-organization environments.
- Familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, and Agile reporting and tracking tools.
- Strong understanding of DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD principles, and Agile transformation processes.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in software engineering or systems engineering for IC or DoD programs.
- Experience driving Agile maturity and enterprise transformation efforts.
- Knowledge of AWS or cloud-based delivery environments.
- SAFe SPC certification or advanced Agile facilitation experience.
Compensation
Target Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
E-Verify Participation
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.
The information below will be listed on our website's careers landing page.
EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
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At Ennoble First, we’re proud to serve and partner with leading federal agencies—including the DoD, NGA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, DIA, Department of State, and U.S. Cyber Command—as well as trusted industry innovators like AWS, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Booz Allen, CACI, Leidos, and Splunk. Together, we deliver secure, agile IT solutions that advance intelligence, defense, healthcare, and national security. What sets us apart is our people. We believe in empowering bold thinkers, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where health, family, and work stay in balance. We embrace diverse perspectives, encourage innovation, and ensure every team member feels supported and connected. When you join Ennoble First, you’re not just filling a role—you’re becoming part of a community that values you, challenges you, and helps you grow while making an impact on missions of national importance.
