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Highbrow LLC

Release Manager

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Measure and monitor progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time, and that they meet or exceed expectations * Manage risks and resolves issues that affect release scope, schedule and ...

CMP.jobs

Release Manager

Indianapolis, IN

Responsibilities ● Planning, coordination, and execution of application releases with several software development and testing teams ● Own the Release Management Process Flow supporting ...

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$100 - $160/hr

The Release Manager is the major liaison between application development and government production support teams for release management. The Release Manager will manage and optimize the release ...

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

The Release Manager is the major liaison between application development and government production support teams for release management. The Release Manager will manage and optimize the release ...

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$100K - $160K/yr

The Release Manager is the major liaison between application development and government production support teams for release management. The Release Manager will manage and optimize the release ...

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$100K - $160K/yr

The Release Manager is the major liaison between application development and government production support teams for release management. The Release Manager will manage and optimize the release ...

Randstad Digital

Sr Release Manager

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$51.09 - $61.09/hr

Governance Execution Excellence Establish and enforce release governance, including milestone tracking, controls, and risk management Drive disciplined execution across large-scale, multi-application ...

Jobtailor

Senior Release Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Manage release dependencies, risks, deployment communications, and stakeholder expectations across multiple teams and environments. * Coordinate mobile application release activities, including App ...

Alpha Omega Integration

Release Manager

Vienna, VA · Hybrid

Job Title: Release Manager Clearance Required: Public Trust Work Location: Hybrid The Release ... Coordinate with DevOps, cloud operations, application automation, database, security, system ...

TecTammina

Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

... application releases are delivered on time Coordinate release content and effort based on the ... Manage relationships and coordinate work between different teams at different locations Conduct ...

Alpha Omega

Release Manager

Vienna, VA · On-site

$120 - $126/hr

Job Title: Release Manager Clearance Required: Public Trust Work Location: Hybrid The Release ... Coordinate with DevOps, cloud operations, application automation, database, security, system ...

Omega

Release Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... Manager - IT Enterprise Application Services (EAS) team will be responsible for planning, coordination and oversight of software releases, patches, and emergency change requests, and will work ...

Omega

Release Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$120 - $165/hr

ramakrishna@ omegasolutioninc.com or Call me Now - (315) 307 2369 Position:- IT Release Manager - JP 2488 Duration:- 12 months Release Manager - IT Enterprise Application Services (EAS) team will be ...

Alpha Omega Integration

Release Manager

Vienna, VA · On-site

Job Title: Release Manager Clearance Required: Public Trust Work Location: Hybrid The Release ... Coordinate with DevOps, cloud operations, application automation, database, security, system ...

Omega

Release Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... Manager - IT Enterprise Application Services (EAS) team will be responsible for planning, coordination and oversight of software releases, patches, and emergency change requests, and will work ...

kgs

Release/Environment Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

Coordinate with application teams, infrastructure teams, the Service Management Lead, and the Applications & Integration Lead on release planning and scheduling * Develop and maintain release plans ...

Decisive Point Consulting Group

$120 - $150/hr

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Release Manager Full Time US 6 days ago ...

Koniag, Inc.

Release/Environment Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$120K - $131K/yr

Coordinate with application teams, infrastructure teams, the Service Management Lead, and the Applications & Integration Lead on release planning and scheduling * Develop and maintain release plans ...

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How much do application release manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for application release manager in the United States is $10.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.58 and $10.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an application release manager?

Application Release Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, and coordination of software releases within an organization. They work closely with development, quality assurance, and operations teams to ensure that new applications or updates are delivered smoothly and on time. Their role involves managing risks, ensuring compliance with release processes, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. Application Release Managers play a crucial part in minimizing disruptions and ensuring the reliability and quality of software deployments.

How does an application release manager typically coordinate with development and operations teams during a release cycle?

An Application Release Manager plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They facilitate regular meetings, manage release schedules, and ensure all stakeholders are aligned on release goals and timelines. Effective communication is essential, as they must track progress, address issues promptly, and coordinate testing and deployment activities. By fostering collaboration, they help ensure releases are delivered smoothly, on time, and with minimal disruption to business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an application release manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Application Release Manager, you need a solid background in software development lifecycle (SDLC) management, release planning, and configuration management, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, version control systems such as Git, and ITIL or Agile methodologies is highly beneficial, with certifications like ITIL or PMP being advantageous. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities help navigate cross-functional teams and manage complex release schedules. These competencies ensure reliable software deployments, minimize downtime, and maintain stakeholder confidence in fast-paced development environments.

What is the difference between Application Release Manager vs Software Deployment Specialist?

AspectApplication Release ManagerSoftware Deployment Specialist
CredentialsProject management certifications, ITIL, Agile certificationsIT certifications, scripting knowledge, deployment tools training
Work EnvironmentIT departments, software development teams, project managementIT operations, system administration, software deployment teams
Industry UsageTechnology, finance, healthcare, any industry with software releasesTechnology, telecommunications, enterprise IT environments
Primary FocusCoordinating and managing software releases, ensuring quality and schedule adherenceExecuting and supporting software deployments, configuring systems

The Application Release Manager oversees the entire release process, focusing on planning, coordination, and quality assurance. In contrast, the Software Deployment Specialist handles the technical execution of deployments. Both roles are essential in software delivery but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Application Release Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $22,000 per year, or $10.6 per hour.

Release Manager

Highbrow LLC

Bellevue, WA • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

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Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Release Manager

(Department Digital Commerce Domain)

Start date:Immediately (Preferred) Job Location: Bellevue, Washington Requirement

Locate Software is looking for a Release Manager for our client in Bellevue, Washington. The candidate will manage the BRT team and this role requires an individual who strongly advocates, implements, automates, and monitors all steps of software construction from integration through build, testing, and release to deployment. You will own the Release Management lifecycle which includes scheduling, coordinating and the management of releases across the enterprise for multiple applications across various portfolio. Also, this candidate must work in a highly collaborative environment with various inter / intra organizations, Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) – Amazon Web Services (AWS), APIGEE, Oracle, etc., and as such, a strong team player with a commitment to perfection is required.

Role and Responsibilities
  • Measure and monitor progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time, and that they meet or exceed expectations
  • Manage risks and resolves issues that affect release scope, schedule and quality
  • Coordinate release content and effort based on the service request backlog, defects / bugs, service requests, third party applications, or operating system updates
  • Communicate all key project plans, commitments, and changes including requirements, QA plans, schedule, and scope changes
  • Manage relationships and coordinate work between different teams at different locations
  • Conduct and lead Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go reviews
  • Produce Deployment, Run Books and Implementation Plans
  • Weekly Release Reporting and manage release dashboard
  • Communicate release details and schedules to the Business as required
  • Negotiate, plan and manage all release activities
  • Create, document, execute, and improve the process of build packaging, verification, certification and release
  • Manage and work with BRT engineers to coordinate all Build and Release activities – branching strategy, analyze the impacts of branches / environment and code merges
  • Maintains the release schedule for all core services and ensure alignment across key partners and vendors.
  • Continually work towards making improvements in the release process
  • Lead and co‑ordinate the Go‑Live activities including the execution of the deployment Plans and checklists.
  • Validation of scripts and ensure they are risk free – automation tools used to build, integrate, and deploy software releases to various platforms
  • Participate in CAB meetings to discuss release scope and/or roadblocks
  • Maintains a release repository and manages key information such as build and release procedures, dependencies, and notification lists
  • Researches new software development and configuration management methodologies and technologies and analyzes their application to current configuration management needs
  • Software and Security patching – meet all the required compliances
Qualification
  • Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
  • 3-6 years of release and/or project management experience.
  • Prior experience performs release management for cloud operations
  • Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills with a firm sense of accountability, ownership for the end‑to‑end project lifecycle, and exceptional Project Management skills
    Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross‑functional work teams toward task completion
  • General PC knowledge including Microsoft Office expert level knowledge of Excel.
  • Proven ability to take initiative and execute using agile techniques.
Good to have
  • Work / Hands‑on experience in AWS Infrastructure, Bitbucket, Docker Container, Jenkins, Linux platforms
  • Knowledge of DevOps capabilities such as Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD), Automated Testing, etc.
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