SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)

• A foundational understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
• Basic knowledge of the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Audience

• Release Train Engineers (RTEs)
• Scrum masters
• Project managers

A SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE) is a servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART), a team of Agile teams within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level Release Train Engineers (RTEs) who wish to deepen their understanding of their role and improve their skills.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the role and responsibilities of a SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE).
• Learn how to facilitate Agile Release Trains (ARTs) and drive continuous delivery.
• Develop skills in planning and executing Program Increment (PI) events.
• Gain expertise in managing risks, dependencies, and impediments.
• Acquire techniques to foster relentless improvement and Agile transformation.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

• Overview of SAFe
• Core values and principles
• Benefits of adopting SAFe

Understanding the Role of the RTE

• Key responsibilities of the RTE
• RTE as a servant leader and coach
• Essential skills for an effective RTE

Agile Release Train (ART) Fundamentals

• Defining ARTs
• Organizing ARTs around value
• Roles within an ART

Leading ART Events

• ART events overview
• Facilitating PI Planning
• Conducting ART Syncs

Preparing for PI Planning

• Setting up for success
• Aligning teams and stakeholders
• Drafting the PI plan

Conducting PI Planning

• Running effective PI Planning sessions
• Facilitation techniques for RTEs
• Managing team and program risks

Executing the PI

• Tracking progress with Program Boards
• Ensuring alignment with objectives
• Adjusting plans based on feedback

Managing Risks and Dependencies

• Identifying and tracking risks
• Using dependency management techniques
• Implementing risk mitigation strategies

Fostering a Culture of Continuous Improvement

• Inspect and adapt workshops
• Using metrics for improvement
• Building a learning organization

Advanced Facilitation Techniques

• Engaging remote and distributed teams
• Conflict resolution
• Encouraging collaboration and innovation

Leading Agile Transformation

• Scaling Agile practices
• Change management strategies
• Sustaining transformation

RTE Toolkit

• Tools and practices for RTEs
• Leveraging SAFe resources
• Ongoing learning and certification

Summary and Next Steps