Release Train Engineer

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2 Locations
In-Office
125K-188K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology • Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Develops full-stack software while governing release pipelines across DEV, TEST, and PROD. Responsibilities include writing and reviewing production code, coordinating merge and deployment sequencing, verifying frontend/backend compatibility, conducting smoke tests, troubleshooting post-release issues, resolving database and index mapping problems, and maintaining release documentation. The role requires strong Go and Git expertise, CI/CD familiarity, active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph eligibility, and coordination skills under pressure.
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At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Overview of Opportunity 

We are seeking a Release Train Engineer to serve in a dual capacity: supporting core feature development (~60%) while acting as the primary Release Engineer / Pipeline Guardian (~40%).

In this role, you will write clean, production-ready code while maintaining ownership of our software delivery pipeline. You will orchestrate release flows across DEV, TEST, and PROD environments, establish pipeline execution standards, enforce dependency management, and ensure frontend/backend compatibility during deployments.

This position is ideal for an engineer looking to grow into release architecture, DevOps coordination, and software delivery management.

What you will do:

  • Full Stack Software Engineering (~60%)
    • Design, implement, and maintain scalable feature code across the full technology stack.
    • Develop, test, and deploy new code and efficient software solutions
    • Participate in code reviews and ensure high-quality and reusable code.
    • Troubleshoot and debug issues in the application, including performance optimization and error handling
    • Provide continuous maintenance, support, and enhancements in existing systems and platforms.
    • Strong proficiency with Go programming language and best practices (or other modern programming languages)
    • Collaborate with engineering team members to ensure code quality and system performance.
  • Release Engineering & Pipeline Governance (~40%)
    • Review and sequence incoming MRs to minimize deployment risks, verify BE/FE compatibility, and streamline delivery schedules.
    • Coordinate and execute deployment cycles across DEV, TEST, and PROD environments, targeting a 1–2 day stabilization window between stages.
    • Validate post-deployment installation integrity, resolve database/index mapping issues, and perform smoke tests on core functionality.
    • Inspect exception dashboards post-release to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve deployment-related issues alongside development teams.
    • Communicate post-deployment procedures (e.g., manual scripts, data re-processing) and maintain release documentation.

What you will need:

  • 3+ years of professional software development experience across frontend and backend technologies.
  • Mastery of Git workflows, complex merge strategies, conflict resolution, and release branching strategies.
  • Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with willingness to undergo a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools, build automation, and code-review workflows.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to coordinate releases under pressure and resolve engineering bottlenecks diplomatically.

Nice to haves:

  • Background supporting operational software systems, intelligence analysis tools, or government mission software.
  • Hands-on experience with database index configurations, automated test suites (e.g., Cypress), and application monitoring dashboards.
  • Basic understanding of infrastructure-as-code, deployment scripting, or containerized environments.
  • SAFe RTE, AWS Certified Developer, or related Agile/DevOps certifications.

Security Clearance:

  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

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Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range
$125,122—$187,683 USD

Looking for other great opportunities? Check out Two Six Technologies Opportunities for all our Company’s current openings! 

Ready to make the first move towards growing your career? If so, check out the Two Six Technologies Candidate Journey!  This will give you step-by-step directions on applying, what to expect during the application process, information about our rich benefits and perks along with our most frequently asked questions.  If you are undecided and would like to learn more about us and how we are contributing to essential missions, check out our  Two Six Technologies News  page!  We share information about the tech world around us and how we are making an impact!  Still have questions, no worries!  You can reach us at Contact Two Six Technologies. We are happy to connect and cover the information needed to assist you in reaching your next career milestone.

Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy and the EEO Poster. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to [email protected]. Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Additionally, please be advised that this business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices.

By submitting the following application, I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge, the information provided is true and accurate.

Skills Required

  • 3+ years of professional software development experience across frontend and backend technologies
  • Strong proficiency with Go or another modern programming language
  • Mastery of Git workflows, complex merge strategies, conflict resolution, and release branching strategies
  • Active Top Secret clearance and willingness to undergo a Counterintelligence Polygraph
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools, build automation, and code-review workflows
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills for coordinating releases and resolving engineering bottlenecks
  • Experience supporting operational software systems, intelligence analysis tools, or government mission software
  • Experience with database index configurations, automated test suites such as Cypress, and application monitoring dashboards
  • Understanding of infrastructure as code, deployment scripting, or containerized environments
  • SAFe RTE, AWS Certified Developer, or related Agile/DevOps certifications
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The Company
HQ: Arlington, VA
206 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Two Six Technologies provides cybersecurity and advanced technology solutions that support missions critical to U.S. national security. Our expertise includes R&D, innovation, productization and implementation in the technology fields of cyber, data science, mobile, microelectronics and information operations. We offer a family of operationally deployed products including Pulse, IKE™, SIGMA™, 8Wire™ and others. Major customers include DARPA, Department of State, U.S. Cyber Command, Department of Homeland Security and the broader Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Two Six Technologies is a high-growth business with over 285 employees currently, and a global operational footprint that includes a technical presence in more than 40 countries, coupled with native proficiency in more than 20 languages.

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