Release Train Engineer at Avalon Administrative Services LLC – Tampa, Florida

About Avalon Healthcare Solutions:

Avalon Healthcare Solutions is the nation’s leader in diagnostic intelligence, uniquely focused on transforming the role of diagnostic testing across the healthcare ecosystem. Our proprietary Diagnostic Insights Platform delivers evidence-based policies, curated lab networks, and real-time analytics that simplify complex diagnostics, accelerate innovation adoption, and optimize diagnostic investments.

Supporting over 30 health plans and 100 million members nationwide, Avalon partners with payers and providers to ensure diagnostic testing is performed appropriately, efficiently, and at the right time. Our flexible solutions span routine and genetic testing management, automated adherence, and end-to-end diagnostics support—driving measurable value, reduced waste, and improved clinical outcomes.

With unmatched scientific rigor, deep clinical expertise, and a performance-based model, Avalon is redefining how diagnostics power personalized care and healthcare value.
Learn more at www.avalonhcs.com.

You will be part of a team that shapes a new market and business. Most importantly, you will help Avalon to achieve its mission and improve clinical outcomes and health care affordability for the people we serve.

For more information about Avalon, please visit www.avalonhcs.com.

Avalon Healthcare Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Vet/Disability.

This position description is subject to change at any time. As determined by the company based upon business needs, an employee in this position may be required to perform duties and take responsibility for work other than as described in this document.

About the Release Train Engineer position:

The Release Train Engineer is a servant leader and coach for the Agile Release Train (ART), assisting Avalon’s scrum and kanban teams in meeting delivery goals and providing value to the business. This role is responsible for facilitating ART events and processes such as our IT organization’s Big Room Planning (BRP) event each quarter, assisting teams in delivering value, and driving relentless improvement across the train. The RTE works closely with Product, Architecture, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective execution. Documentation of work and attention to detail are essential components of this position. This role has supervisory responsibilities for Scrum Masters across the Avalon IT organization.

This position is eligible for remote work, but regular business travel will be required, including Avalon's corporate office located in Tampa, Florida.

Release Train Engineer – Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate ART ceremonies: PI Planning (BRP), System Demos, Inspect & Adapt workshops, and Scrum of Scrums.
• Coordinate planning of BRP and other in-person events with partners from HR and external vendors.
• Coach leaders, teams, and Scrum Masters in Lean-Agile practices and mindset.
• Manage and optimize program execution by tracking objectives, dependencies, and risks.
• Drive continuous improvement across the ART by fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure transparency on progress, impediments, and delivery outcomes.
• Develop, roll out, and report on team and release train metrics to measure value delivery and predictability.
• Coordinate cross-team dependencies, facilitate resolution of impediments and prioritization conflicts between Product, Software Architecture, and the business.

Release Train Engineer – Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and Lean-Agile principles.
• Experience in Agile coaching and facilitation across multiple teams.
• Experience in people management and development.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence without authority.
• Background in project/program management or Agile delivery leadership.
• Ability to manage complex dependencies and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Proficiency with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Rally, Azure DevOps).

Release Train Engineer – Preferred Qualifications:

• SAFe Release Train Engineer certification or equivalent.
• Experience in large-scale Agile transformations.
• Technical background to understand system architecture and integration challenges.
• Strong facilitation skills for large group events and workshops (100+ attendees).

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