Release Manager

Emerson; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Emerson in Hyderabad seeks an experienced Project/Program Manager for embedded product development to own end-to-end release lifecycles. The role requires coordinating with product management and engineering teams to deliver customer-centric solutions on time and within budget.

You will drive strategic planning, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration in a global setup, with focus on quality, process improvements, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering with 10-12 years of project management experience in embedded product development.
• PMP certification and Scrum Master certification would be an added advantage.
• Experience leading complex product development programs in a global setup.
• Hands-on experience in Electronics Hardware/Embedded Software development would be useful.
• PM experience in embedded product development is a must for this role.
• Proven ability to plan/manage budget, resources, activities, and risks/mitigations on NPD projects.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and interpersonal skills with cross-cultural adaptation.
• Demonstrated time management and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with Agile development methods.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Ownership of release and program lifecycle from definition to post-release evaluation.
• Develop and execute strategic forecasts and milestones for releases.
• Provide leadership to cross-functional teams and align stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product management and engineering to meet customer needs.
• Identify and mitigate program risks impacting delivery commitments.
• Ensure releases meet high standards of quality, productivity and reliability.
• Communicate regular updates to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, environmental and cybersecurity requirements.
• Lead post-release evaluations to identify improvements.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Embedded hardware/ software

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in engineering

Job description

Job Description:

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• End-to-End Ownership and Accountability - Take full ownership of the release and program lifecycle – including product definition, prototyping, development, continuous integration, testing, production release and post-release evaluation-managing scope, schedule, cost and quality from product definition to product release
• Strategic Planning and Execution – Develop and execute strategic forecasts and plans, set clear milestones to keep the releases and programs on track
• Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration – Provide leadership to multi-functional and cross-functional teams, aligning stakeholders and influencing teams without direct authority to achieve shared goals.
• Customer-Centric Product Delivery – Partner product management, and engineering teams to ensure solutions and releases address customer needs.
• Risk Management and Problem Solving – Proactively identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate program risks that may impact delivery commitments.
• Quality, Productivity, and Continuous Improvement – Ensure every release and program meets the highest standards of quality, productivity, efficiency and reliability. Drive initiatives, continuous and measurable improvements ensuring each release and program is better than the last.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement – Communicate clear, actionable regular updates to stakeholders and all levels of the organization on details of release/programs, progress, risks and resolutions.
• Compliance and Standards – Ensure compliance with corporate, environmental and legislative requirements, safety and cybersecurity.
• Post Release/Program Evaluation – Lead post release/program evaluations to identify success and areas for improvement.

Who You Are:

You thrive in high-pressure, high-visibility environments and are comfortable navigating ambiguity. You collaborate effectively across diverse teams, building alignment and driving programs from concept through successful delivery. By actively listening, seeking diverse perspectives, and fostering open communication, you enable informed decision-making and shared commitment to outcomes. You are passionate about delivering innovative products and orchestrating complex launches, taking initiative to achieve meaningful business impact.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in computer engineering or any other engineering field with 10-12 years of project management experience in an embedded product development.
• PMP certified professional and Scrum Master certification would be an added advantage.
• Working experience in leading complex product development programs in a global setup.
• Hands-on experience in Electronics Hardware/Embedded Software development would be useful.
• Project management experience in embedded product development is a must for this role.
• To have demonstrated ability to plan/manage budget, resources, work activities, and risks/mitigations working on New Product Development (NPD) projects.
• Organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills with cross cultural adaptation.
• To have demonstrated time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Experience working on teams that use Agile development methods.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with senior leadership with confidence and clarity.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
• We recognize the importance of employee well‑being. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, an Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavour.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!