Release Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Release Manager to enhance their software release process. This dynamic role involves managing the end-to-end release lifecycle, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced Agile/DevOps environment and possess a strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and release automation tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement and offers a hybrid working model, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their next role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Release Manager in a fast-paced, Agile/DevOps environment.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and release automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the end-to-end software release process.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including development, QA, and operations.
• Monitor and manage risks affecting release scope and schedule.

Skills

Release Management

Agile

DevOps

CI/CD

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Job description

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Release Manager - Web/Mobile - Microservices - CI/CD - Hybrid - £500/£520 (Inside IR35) - Immediate Starters

Paying up to £520 Inside IR35

My client is seeking an experienced Release Manager to join their team. You will need strong commercial experience in Delivering within Technical teams and helping support on best practises.

Responsibilities/What you'll do:

• Own and manage the end-to-end software release process and help support the reduction of the current release schedule
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including development, QA, operations, and product.
• Define and maintain the release schedule, ensuring alignment with delivery milestones.
• Monitor and manage risks and issues affecting release scope and schedule.
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and go-live readiness.
• Maintain release documentation, change control records, and post-release reporting.
• Champion continuous improvement in the release management lifecycle.
• Proven experience as a Release Manager in a fast-paced, Agile/DevOps environment.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, and release automation tools.
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and coordination skills.
• Experience working in regulated environments or with large-scale enterprise systems is a plus.

The interview process has begun, so if you believe you have the right experience then please get in touch ASAP!