Release Developer

Atrium (EMEA); Greater London, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium EMEA is partnering with a large managed service provider to hire a Release Developer focused on Java, GitLab, and CI/CD. You will lead release pipelines, support deployments, and drive continuous improvements across multiple teams.

The role is UK-based with hybrid/remote options and requires onsite support in London or Manchester as needed. Contract duration is 12 months with eligibility rules as specified.

Qualifications

• Must have strong experience with Java and CI/CD automation.

Responsibilities

• Manage release pipelines for enterprise applications.

Skills

GitLab CI/CD

Release management

CI/CD pipelines design

Docker

Maven

Nexus

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder communication

Tools

GitLab

Docker

Maven

Nexus

Job description

Contract Duration: 12 months

Location: UK (Hybrid/Remote)

Onsite: London/Manchester (as required by the client)

Eligibility: Must be a UK Citizen with a minimum of 5 years' UK residency and currently based in the UK.

Role

Atrium EMEA are supporting a large managed service provider looking for a Release Developer with strong expertise in Java, GitLab, and CI/CD to help drive the successful delivery of enterprise applications. You'll be responsible for managing release pipelines, supporting deployments, troubleshooting issues, and improving software delivery processes across multiple teams.

Key Skills Required

• Hands-on experience with GitLab and GitLab CI/CD
• Expertise in CI/CD pipeline design and maintenance
• Docker, Maven, and Nexus experience
• Knowledge of software versioning, branching strategies, and merge conflict resolution
• Strong troubleshooting, log analysis, and root cause analysis skills
• Understanding of application architecture and cross-team dependencies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have

• Experience working in Agile/DevOps environments

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Release Developer who enjoys automating delivery processes, solving complex deployment challenges, and collaborating with development teams in a fast-paced environment.