Release Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Release Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in establishing and managing release processes, particularly in environments utilizing DevOps CI/CD. This role requires a strategic thinker who can efficiently collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software deployments. Responsibilities Develop and manage release processes tailored to our organization's needs Coordinate with development, testing, and operations teams to ensure smooth and timely delivery of software products Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of release activities, including defining the scope of each release Monitor and manage risks related to the release process, proactively addressing any issues that might impact deployment schedules or quality Maintain documentation for release procedures, dependencies, and notifications; ensure compliance with internal audit requirements Continuously evaluate and improve release management strategies to enhance productivity and minimize errors Conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go decisions Provide guidance and support to junior team members and foster a collaborative team environment Requirements 10-15 years of experience in release management, DevOps, or similar roles in a high-paced software delivery environment Proficiency in CI/CD workflows and release orchestration Background in risk assessment and impact analysis with flexibility to use various mitigation strategies Understanding of software development lifecycle and deployment methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) Showcase of leadership skills with proven experience managing cross-functional teams and initiatives Familiarity with creating and maintaining release documentation to align with audit and compliance standards Capability to work with tools and technologies such as Jenkins, GitHub/GitLab, and Bitbucket in a release management capacity Nice to have Familiarity with AWS, CircleCI, and TerraformCloud for release orchestration in cloud environments Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization processes within CI/CD pipelines Experience handling advanced CI/CD configurations and optimizations across various tools and systems Show more Show less