SAFe® Release Train Engineer (RTE) Certification

Lead Agile Release Trains. Deliver End-to-End Value. Accelerate Enterprise Transformation.

Unlock your potential as a SAFe® Certified Release Train Engineer (RTE) and gain the expertise to lead Agile Release Trains (ARTs), drive program execution, and deliver consistent value across the enterprise. This powerful three-day course prepares experienced Agile professionals to take on the pivotal role of RTE—servant leader, coach, and facilitator of SAFe ART-level success.

Why the RTE Role Is in High Demand

Competitive salaries: Most RTEs earn $130K–$203K, with senior and finance-sector roles reaching $220K+

ZipRecruiter reports an average U.S. salary of $130,028/year (~$62/hr), with the top 25% earning up to $174,500
Comparably finds an average of $141,661/year for SAFe RTEs
Talent.com reports around $120K/year, with entry-level roles at ~$94K

Increasing demand: With widespread SAFe adoption, RTEs are essential in guiding scaled agile transformations—especially in complex enterprise environments.

Strong career trajectory: RTEs often advance to senior Agile leadership roles, portfolio management, or transformation consultancy positions.

What You’ll Learn

In this immersive, instructor-led course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the RTE role in a SAFe environment, mastering the skills to:

Facilitate end-to-end ART execution across multiple teams
Lead Planning Increment (PI) Planning and critical ART ceremonies
Coach leaders, Product Managers, and Scrum Masters in Lean-Agile mindsets
Foster a culture of relentless improvement and transparency
Identify and resolve impediments that slow down value delivery
Navigate complex dependencies and drive continuous alignment

You’ll leave with the tools and confidence to launch and lead successful Agile Release Trains that deliver business value at scale.

Harness AI to Accelerate ART Performance and Problem-Solving

Apply responsible AI frameworks that protect sensitive team data while maintaining compliance and ethical standards.
Build your personal AI integration plan with role-specific templates and proven prompts you can use immediately.
Practice using AI tools to assist with high-impact work, including facilitating events, coaching teams, and identifying patterns for problem-solving and risk management.
Evaluate and refine AI-generated outputs to ensure quality, accuracy, and appropriateness for your team context.

Course Schedule & Agenda (2.5 Condensed Days – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST)

Day 1: Introduction to RTE role (18:00 to 21:00 EST)

Exploring the RTE role and Responsibilities
Organizing the ART
Facilitating PI Planning

Day 2: Mechanism of RTE role (9:00 AM to 17:00 PM EST)

Supporting PI Execution
Optimizing Flow

Day 3: getting to great as RTE (9:00 AM to 17:00 PM EST)

Improving Relentlessly
Coaching the ART
AI for RTEs
Practicing SAFe

What’s Included in Your Registration

Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer PDF certificate
Digital badge to showcase your RTE credential on LinkedIn and beyond
Attendee workbook and hands-on course activities
Eligibility to take the SAFe® RTE certification exam
One-year membership to the SAFe® Community Platform
Access to the exclusive RTE Community of Practice
Invitations to SAFe® Meetups and global events
A comprehensive learning plan with tools, templates, and resources

Exam & Certification Details

Upon course completion, you’ll receive access to the official RTE exam, hosted via the SAFe Community Platform. Your membership includes study guides, practice tests, and exclusive community discussions to ensure exam readiness.

Why Become a Certified SAFe® RTE?

Stand out as a program-level leader in Agile enterprises
Gain credibility to facilitate large-scale transformation
Lead SAFe® ceremonies, optimize delivery flow, and coach high-performing teams
Join a global network of elite SAFe® professionals driving innovation

For more information about the exam and the benefits of becoming a Certified SAFe professional, click the More Exam Details .

Certified SAFe® Release Train Engineer