Release Engineer/Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Posted 9 hours ago | Updated 9 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

Life Insurance
Scheduling
Development Testing
Testing
Change Control
Workflow
Reporting
Regulatory Compliance
Leadership
Release Management
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Version Control
Git
SAFE
Agile
Communication
Collaboration
Management
ITIL
Change Management
Analytical Skill
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

We are looking for a skilled Release Engineer/Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of software releases in a dynamic and collaborative environment. In this role, you will ensure that releases are delivered efficiently, meet quality standards, and align with organizational objectives. This is a long-term contract position located in West Des Moines, Iowa, within the life insurance industry.

Responsibilities:
Plan and manage the scheduling and deployment of software releases, patches, and configuration updates.
Coordinate release activities across development, QA, and operations teams to ensure seamless delivery.
Maintain and update the release calendar, communicating schedules, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.
Ensure all testing, change control, and rollback procedures are followed during the release process.
Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to enhance and automate release workflows.
Monitor and report release metrics, including deployment success rates and post-release performance.
Identify potential risks in the release process and implement mitigation strategies to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
Regularly provide updates on release status and challenges to leadership and other key stakeholders.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in release management, DevOps, or software delivery.
Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, version control systems like Git, and deployment tools.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies, including SAFe Agile or similar frameworks.
Excellent communication and coordination skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and manage competing priorities.
Proficiency in ITIL processes and change management practices.
Experience with application release processes within enterprise environments.
Analytical and problem-solving skills to address challenges and improve release outcomes.

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