Release Manager & Software Engineer - Dynamics 365

The Planet Group; Irving (TX); Remote; USD 102,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Software Engineer & Release Manager specializing in Dynamics 365. This hybrid role combines software development with release management, focusing on CI/CD and application performance. Ideal candidates will bring extensive experience with Dynamics 365 and a proven record in deploying reliable software solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development.
• 3+ years with Dynamics 365 modules.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate releases across Dynamics 365 environments.
• Build and manage Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Package and deploy customizations and Power Platform components.

Skills

Dynamics 365 expertise

CI/CD

Azure DevOps

Git

X++

C#

Job description

Release Manager & Software Engineer - Dynamics 365

Release Manager & Software Engineer - Dynamics 365

Job Title: Software Engineer & Release Manager – Dynamics 365

Location: Remote (Must work Central Time Zone hours)

Pay Rate: $70/hr

Job Title: Software Engineer & Release Manager – Dynamics 365

Location: Remote (Must work Central Time Zone hours)

Pay Rate: $70/hr

Introduction

TPG is seeking a Software Engineer & Release Manager – Dynamics 365 to drive high-quality software releases and contribute to the technical development of Microsoft Dynamics 365 applications. This hybrid role is ideal for a hands-on technologist with deep Dynamics 365 expertise and a passion for CI/CD, automation, and deployment reliability. While the primary focus is Release Management, this role also includes development responsibilities, making it an excellent fit for a multifaceted engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments with complex pipeline schedules.

Required Skills & Qualifications

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  5+ years of experience in software development and application lifecycle management

  
  


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  3+ years of hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 (Sales, Service, Marketing, or Operations modules)

  
  


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  Proven track record in managing and executing Dynamics 365 releases via Azure DevOps

  
  


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  Strong understanding of Git, version control systems, and branching strategies

  
  


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  Proficient in technologies including X++, C#, JavaScript, Power Automate, Power Apps, SQL

  
  


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  Deep familiarity with Microsoft Dataverse, Power Platform, and Dynamics 365 architecture

  
  


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  Skilled in managing complex CI/CD pipelines and release schedules

  
  


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  Excellent organizational, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills

  
  


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  Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

  
  

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

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  Microsoft Certifications in relevant Dynamics 365 modules (Sales, Service, Marketing, Operations)

  
  


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  Experience with large-scale Dynamics 365 implementations and rollouts

  
  


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  Familiarity with ISV package management and 3rd-party integrations

  
  


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  Experience supporting environment refreshes and sandbox management

  
  

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Release Management (Primary Focus):

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  Plan and coordinate releases across multiple Dynamics 365 environments: Dev, QA, UAT, Production

  
  


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  Build and manage Azure DevOps (ADO) pipelines to enable end-to-end CI/CD

  
  


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  Package and deploy customizations, Power Platform components, and ISV packages

  
  


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  Maintain release calendars, documentation, and full audit trails

  
  


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  Coordinate cross-module releases and 3rd-party deployments

  
  


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  Enforce change control and governance processes to ensure compliance and stability

  
  


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  Monitor post-release performance and manage incident response when needed

  
  


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  Partner with QA and business stakeholders to ensure complete testing and sign-off processes

  
  

Engineering & Platform Support:

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  Develop and maintain D365 solutions using X++, JavaScript, Power Platform, and C#

  
  


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  Support integrations via Azure Logic Apps, APIs, and middleware

  
  


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  Triage and resolve defects identified during or after releases

  
  


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  Evaluate Microsoft release wave impacts on current architecture

  
  


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  Support data refreshes and environment management for development and QA

  
  

Ready to lead enterprise releases and engineer next-gen solutions in Dynamics 365?

Apply now and take your DevOps and D365 career to the next level with TPG.

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