Release Manager AI & Data

Overview

On Site
$DOE
Full Time
Part Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12+ Month(s)

Skills

PMP
ITIL
Release Management

Job Details

Position: Release Manager AI & Data

Location: Bolingbrook, IL (Hybrid schedule) (Must be local)

Duration: 12+ Months

  • Must be local and able to come onsite every other week Tues-Thurs
  • Be available for any scheduled releases; sometimes this will be overnight, but will not work more than 40 hours a week

Position Summary:
The Release Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of software releases across development, testing, and production environments. This role ensures the timely delivery of high-quality releases aligned with business goals while minimizing disruption to operations.

Key Responsibilities:


Release Planning & Coordination

  • Develop and manage release schedules, identify dependencies and risks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless release execution.
  • Align release plans with business priorities and stakeholder expectations.

Release Execution

  • Lead deployment activities across production and non-production environments.
  • Ensure all changes meet quality, compliance, and security standards.
  • Conduct release readiness assessments and provide post-release support.

Process Optimization

  • Continuously improve release processes and workflows.
  • Promote best practices in CI/CD, automation, and DevOps.
  • Maintain documentation for release policies and procedures.

Risk & Issue Management

  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with releases.
  • Develop and implement rollback strategies for failed deployments.

Communication & Reporting

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for release-related matters.
  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders on release status and challenges.
  • Facilitate post-release reviews to assess performance and drive improvements.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in release management.
  • Strong knowledge of SDLC, Agile, and DevOps methodologies.
  • Proficiency with tools such as Jenkins, Jira, Git, and Confluence.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Certifications in ITIL, PMP, or related frameworks.
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