Software Release Manager

Avum Inc.; Malibu (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

PTO

Education reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

Avum, Inc. is seeking a Software Release Manager to lead end-to-end coordination of software releases.

You will own the release lifecycle, establish structured processes, manage dependencies, and drive reliable, scalable delivery in a high-growth environment. In this role, you will partner with product, engineering, and QA teams, improve release performance, and implement best practices and automation when possible.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software delivery, DevOps, or release management.
• Experience releasing applications in Low Code/No Code environments like Appian.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• Strong SDLC and release management knowledge.
• Proficient in Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, engineering teams, and stakeholders to define release plans aligned with business objectives and project timelines.
• Manage the end-to-end release lifecycle, including scheduling, coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact release quality or timelines.
• Partner with QA teams to ensure releases meet quality standards and are free of critical defects.
• Maintain accurate release documentation, including release notes, deployment procedures, and version control information.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across cross-functional teams throughout the release process.

Skills

Software release management

DevOps

SDLC knowledge

Agile methodologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

Git

Jira

Jenkins

Job description

Position Summary

Avum is looking for a highly organized and detail-driven Software Release Manager to lead end-to-end coordination of software releases. This role owns the end-to-end release lifecycle, establishing structured, consistent processes that align to engineering and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will drive planning, manage dependencies, and ensure reliable, seamless delivery while building scalable systems that reduce complexity. With a hands-on, data-driven approach, the ideal candidate will continuously improve release performance and enable faster, more confident execution in a high-grow environment.

Description

Position Summary

Avum is looking for a highly organized and detail-driven Software Release Manager to lead end-to-end coordination of software releases. This role owns the end-to-end release lifecycle, establishing structured, consistent processes that align to engineering and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will drive planning, manage dependencies, and ensure reliable, seamless delivery while building scalable systems that reduce complexity. With a hands-on, data-driven approach, the ideal candidate will continuously improve release performance and enable faster, more confident execution in a high-grow environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, engineering teams, and stakeholders to define release plans aligned with business objectives and project timelines.
• Manage the end-to-end release lifecycle, including scheduling, coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may impact release quality or timelines.
• Partner with QA teams to ensure releases meet quality standards and are free of critical defects.
• Maintain accurate release documentation, including release notes, deployment procedures, and version control information.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across cross-functional teams throughout the release process.
• Work alongside the current Release Manager, sharing responsibilities with defined ownership to ensure efficient execution and avoid overlap.
• Continuously improve release processes by implementing best practices, tools, and automation where applicable.
• Provide post-release support and troubleshooting to ensure smooth transitions to production environments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for all releases.
• Track and report on release metrics, including process, performance, and quality, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and geographic location. Avum offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical (Cigna), dental and vision (Principal), 401(k), PTO, education reimbursement, and certification reimbursement.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Hybrid/remote work environment with potential on-site requirements based on contract needs
• U.S. citizenship required
• Security clearance: Active Secret clearance required or ability to obtain
• Background investigation required

Equal Employment Opportunity

Avum, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Avum is committed to compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, and maintains an active Affirmative Action Plan.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.
• 5+ years in software delivery, DevOps, or release management roles.
• Experience releasing applications, in a Low Code/No Code Environment, like Appian.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and release management processes.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, capable of handling multiple projects at the same time.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with release management tools and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jira, Jenkins, etc.).
• Ability to comply with all government security requirements is required for continued employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of DevOps practices and principles
• Certification in release management (e.g., ITIL Release Control and Validation)