Release & Environment Lead (Hybrid)

SS&C Technologies; Bristol; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services technology firm is seeking a Release/Environment Manager. The role involves planning and managing releases across various systems, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with teams. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, risk management experience, and a good understanding of Agile methodologies. The position offers a hybrid working model, promoting an inclusive company culture.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Model

Professional Development Reimbursement

Competitive holiday scheme

Competitive wellbeing benefits

Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

Hands-On Training

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication is crucial for coordinating with stakeholders.
• Ability to guide, motivate, and influence cross-functional teams.
• Skills in coordinating and working effectively with diverse teams, including development and operations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and ensure accuracy.
• Experience in identifying and mitigating risks associated with releases.
• Understanding of Agile practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan the release of project deliverables, managing day-to-day tickets.
• Oversee release changes through environments and production processes.
• Lead and coordinate production checklists and deployment plans.
• Work with release engineers/developers for timely builds.
• Document and manage risks affecting the release scope.
• Communicate progress of releases to stakeholders.
• Track readiness for releases and prepare go/no-go calls.
• Provide post-deployment support and conduct reviews.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Leadership abilities

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Risk management experience

Understanding of Agile practices

Job description

A leading financial services technology firm is seeking a Release/Environment Manager. The role involves planning and managing releases across various systems, ensuring effective communication and collaboration with teams. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, risk management experience, and a good understanding of Agile methodologies. The position offers a hybrid working model, promoting an inclusive company culture.