Release Management Engineer (5-8 yrs)

Overview :

The Release Management Specialist is a vital role within our organization, responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, and coordination of software releases.

This position acts as a bridge between development, operations, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless deployments through meticulous change management practices.

By establishing effective release processes and communication strategies, the Release Management Specialist minimizes disruptions while maximizing the quality and availability of software products.

Their role is paramount in managing risks associated with software updates and ensuring that all releases adhere to organizational compliance standards.

A proactive and detail-oriented mindset, coupled with a solid understanding of software development life cycles, is crucial for the success of this position.

As technology evolves, the Release Management Specialist will continuously assess and refine release strategies, making them a key player in the company's growth and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop and maintain release management processes.

- Coordinate software releases across multiple teams.

- Create release schedules and timelines.

- Ensure alignment of release activities with project timelines.

- Conduct risk assessments for upcoming releases.

- Facilitate weekly release meetings.

- Monitor release performance and report on metrics.

- Resolve conflicts related to release scheduling.

- Document release procedures and policies.

- Communicate release-related information to stakeholders.

- Implement CI/CD pipelines for efficient delivery.

- Provide support during release activities.

- Ensure compliance with operational standards.

- Collaborate with IT teams for system readiness.

- Stay updated with industry trends in release management.

Required Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

- 5-8 years of experience in release management or related role.

- Proficient in Agile and DevOps methodologies.

- Strong experience with project management tools.

- Knowledge of version control systems (e.g, Git).

- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g, Jenkins, Azure DevOps).

- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality assurance.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

- Proficient in technical documentation.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Experience with ITIL or similar frameworks.

- Ability to adapt to changing technologies.

- Prior experience in software development is a plus.