Release ManagerWe are looking for a Release Manager to plan, coordinate, and oversee software releases across multiple environments.
The role ensures smooth deployment, minimal disruption, and alignment between development, QA, and operations teams.Release Planning & CoordinationDefine release scope, schedule, and timelinesCoordinate with Development, QA, DevOps, and Product teamsManage release calendars and deployment plansDeployment & ExecutionOversee application deployments across environments (QA, UAT, Production)Ensure proper version control and release packagingMonitor release progress and resolve issues during deploymentRisk & Issue ManagementIdentify risks and dependencies in release cyclesManage rollback plans and contingency strategiesTrack and resolve release-related defects and blockersCommunication & ReportingCommunicate release status to stakeholdersProvide release notes and documentationConduct release readiness reviews and post-release reportsProcess ImprovementImprove release processes and automationEnsure compliance with release standards and governanceCollaborate with DevOps for CI/CD pipeline enhancementsTechnical SkillsKnowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Azure DevOps)Understanding of deployment processes and environmentsFamiliarity with version control systems (Git, SVN)Functional SkillsStrong coordination and communication skillsProblem-solving and risk managementAbility to handle multiple releases simultaneouslyPreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fieldExperience in Agile/Scrum environmentsExperience in release or project management tools (Jira, ServiceNow)Experience3–8 years of experience in Release Management / DevOps / QATools & TechnologiesJira, ConfluenceGit, GitHub, BitbucketJenkins / Azure DevOpsDocker, Kubernetes (optional)Key Metrics / KPIsRelease success rateDeployment frequencyNumber of rollback incidentsProduction defectsNice to HaveITIL certificationExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)