Release Engineer

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - 1 day((s))

Skills

DevOps
ServiceNow
Release Management
governance
Quality Management
Communication Skills
Microsoft Azure
Safety Principles
Team Working
Analytical Thinking
Information Technology
Software Engineering
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Self Motivation
Risk Analysis
Coordination Skills
Release Engineering
Software Configuration Management
Change Management
Deployment Automation
Hard Work and Dedication
Technical Skills
Time Management

Job Details


Job Title: Release Engineer
Location: Tampa, FL/ Dallas, TX

Visa Requirements: OPT EAD- NO H1B

Overview

We are looking for a Release Engineer to join our technology team and help ensure smooth, secure, and reliable software releases across environments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable coordinating across multiple teams in a dynamic, global environment.

This position operates primarily during 4:00 PM 1:00 AM EST, aligning with cross-regional deployment windows and global team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Release Coordination & Facilitation

  • Lead and facilitate deployment calls, ensuring all required technical and business stakeholders are present.
  • Ensure deployment agendas, checklists, and procedures are properly documented and followed.
  • Oversee the full release lifecycle - from planning and readiness checks to execution, validation, and post-deployment reviews.
  • Track and ensure closure of change request tasks and associated documentation within ServiceNow.

Process Governance & Compliance

  • Ensure all release activities comply with established change management, security, and release governance processes.
  • Maintain up-to-date release documentation, rollback plans, and audit records.
  • Participate in internal and external compliance reviews related to release management.

Tools & Technology

  • Manage release pipelines and track deployment progress using Azure DevOps (ADO).
  • Handle change requests, approvals, and workflow tracking via ServiceNow.
  • Leverage Snyk or similar tools to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities prior to deployment.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Serve as the central coordination point between development, QA, operations, and security teams during releases.
  • Communicate clearly and proactively regarding release status, issues, risks, and outcomes.
  • Support post-deployment reviews and lessons-learned sessions to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Experience:

  • 1 4 years of experience in release engineering, DevOps, or software configuration management.

Technical Knowledge

  • Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), change management, and security standards.
  • Proficiency in Azure DevOps (ADO), ServiceNow, and Snyk.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and automated deployment processes (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional organization and time management abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to facilitate meetings and create clear documentation.
  • Proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
  • Conscientious, detail-oriented, and committed to following established standards and procedures.
  • Capable of working independently and making sound decisions under time-sensitive conditions.

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