Release Manager

Release Manager An opportunity for a skilled Release Manager to join a dynamic team at a rapidly-growing tech start-up, and play a crucial role in the software development lifecycle. If you have a strong background in release management and a passion for delivering high-quality software, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you!

Location: Remote, London
Salary: £70,000-£80,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage software releases across various teams and environments.
  
  
• Develop and maintain release plans, schedules, and documentation to ensure smooth deployment.
  
  
• Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure all aspects of the release process are aligned.
  
  
• Monitor and report on release progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
  
  
• Implement and refine release management processes to enhance efficiency and quality.
  
  
• Conduct post-release reviews and retrospectives to identify areas for improvement.
  
  
• Ensure adherence to best practices in version control and deployment processes.
  
  
• Manage the release calendar and communicate changes effectively to all teams involved.
  
  

Skills Required:

• Proven experience as a Release Manager or similar role in software development.
  
  
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and release management processes.
  
  
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
  
  
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
  
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  
  
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  
  
• Knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies.
  
  
• Certification in release management or project management (e.g., PMI-ACP, Scrum Master) is a plus.
  
  

If this sounds like it could be your next role, apply now!

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