Release Lead

8 - 10 years

14 - 19 Lacs

Posted:Just now| Platform: Naukri logo

Apply

Work Mode

Work from Office

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organized and technically proficient

Release Lead

to manage

General Availability (GA) releases

and other changes across

environments

. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, overseeing cloud-native deployments, and ensuring smooth, high-quality product releases.

A Day in the Life

  • Own the full release lifecycle: planning, coordination, execution, and post-release monitoring
  • Maintain detailed release schedules, calendars, and Go/No-Go checklists.
  • Partner closely with Product Management, Engineering, QA, DevOps, and Support teams to ensure delivery alignment.
  • Oversee release workflows in Kubernetes environments, including helm chart packaging, manifest management, rollout strategies, and deployment verification
  • Manage key aspects of releases and changes throughout their life cycle, including production fixes, BAU, mandatory projects and large technology change events.
  • Perform deployment analysis and schedule deployment tasks, creating consolidated implementation plans for approved changes.
  • Analyze risks associated with change events and determine mitigation strategies.
  • Handle issues and risks during the change window and engage right stakeholders as required.
  • Perform post release evaluations and retrospectives to address issues, ensure closure of action items, and share findings with comprehensive reporting

What You Need

  • 8 to 10 years in release management, DevOps, or related roles
  • Proficient in fostering agreement and driving solutions through effective communication.
  • Able to own and drive key projects to completion and deliver business outcomes.
  • Have strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working within Agile frameworks.
  • Familiar with modern software development practices, DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience with Jira, Confluence or other ITSM tools.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to coordinate and prioritize effectively
  • Understanding of Kubernetes based deployment

Mock Interview

Practice Video Interview with JobPe AI

Start DevOps Interview
cta

Start Your Job Search Today

Browse through a variety of job opportunities tailored to your skills and preferences. Filter by location, experience, salary, and more to find your perfect fit.

Job Application AI Bot

Job Application AI Bot

Apply to 20+ Portals in one click

Download Now

Download the Mobile App

Instantly access job listings, apply easily, and track applications.

coding practice

Enhance Your Skills

Practice coding challenges to boost your skills

Start Practicing Now
Innovaccer logo
Innovaccer

Healthcare IT

Irvine

RecommendedJobs for You