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Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Essex Fells, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Montclair, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Newark, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Millburn, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Glen Ridge, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Carlstadt, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

State Street Corporation

Release Manager

Burlington, MA · On-site

$80K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Release Manager to support the Investment Accounting platform. This role bridges ... Employees are eligible to participate in State Street's comprehensive benefits program, which ...

Zoox

Release Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

As part of the Release Management team at Zoox, you will own all aspects of the software release ... Experience working on large process improvement and/or automation projects and programs * Broad ...

Collabera

Release Manager

Morristown, NJ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Programs. Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right ... Communicate release level status to all levels of management Host and facilitate the off hour ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Wallington, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

East Orange, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Paterson, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Maywood, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Irvington, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

Neshent Technologies

IT Release Manager

Linden, NJ · On-site

Required Qualifications * 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support. * Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry. * Strong ...

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How much do program release manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for program release manager in the United States is $45.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a program release manager?

Program Release Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and deployment of software releases or program updates within an organization. They ensure that all aspects of a release, from development and testing to deployment and documentation, are completed on time and according to quality standards. Program Release Managers work closely with cross-functional teams to minimize risks, resolve issues, and ensure a smooth release process. Their role is critical in maintaining the stability and reliability of software products while enabling new features and improvements.

How does a program release manager typically coordinate with development and QA teams during a product release cycle?

A Program Release Manager acts as a central point of communication between development, quality assurance (QA), and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and timely product releases. They facilitate regular meetings to track progress, address roadblocks, and synchronize release schedules. By managing dependencies and enforcing adherence to release processes, they help ensure that code is thoroughly tested and integrated before deployment. This role often requires balancing technical details with big-picture planning, making strong collaboration and organizational skills essential.

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

To thrive as a Program Release Manager, you need strong project management skills, expertise in release planning, and a background in IT or software development, often supported by a relevant degree or certification such as PMP or ITIL. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Git, Jenkins, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you coordinate cross-functional teams and manage complex release schedules. These competencies are essential for ensuring timely, high-quality software releases and minimizing risk in fast-paced technical environments.

What is the difference between Program Release Manager vs Release Coordinator?

AspectProgram Release ManagerRelease Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple releases, manages release schedules, coordinates cross-team efforts, and ensures quality and timing of releases.Assists in planning and executing specific release tasks, manages release documentation, and supports communication between teams.
Required SkillsProject management, communication, risk management, technical understanding of release processes.Organizational skills, attention to detail, communication, familiarity with release tools.
Work EnvironmentTypically works in a project management or release management team within IT or software development.Works closely with release teams, developers, and QA teams, often in a collaborative environment.

The Program Release Manager has a broader, strategic role overseeing multiple releases and coordinating efforts across teams, while the Release Coordinator focuses on executing specific release tasks and supporting the release process. Both roles require strong communication and organizational skills, but the Program Release Manager typically has more responsibility for planning and risk management.

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IT Release Manager

Neshent Technologies

Essex Fells, NJ • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

We are seeking an experienced Release Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of software releases across enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Release Management, Change Management, and Production Support within the Financial Services or Risk Management domain.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Plan, coordinate, and manage application releases across development, testing, and production environments.
  • Lead release planning, scheduling, deployment, and post-release activities.
  • Ensure adherence to release governance, change management, and production deployment processes.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver releases with minimal business disruption.
  • Monitor release readiness, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Track release progress, resolve deployment issues, and provide status updates to stakeholders.
  • Manage release documentation, deployment schedules, and change records.
  • Support production releases and coordinate issue resolution during deployments.
  • Develop release metrics and dashboards to improve release quality and operational efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvements to release management processes and best practices.
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in Release Management, Program Management, or Production Support.
  • Experience working in the Financial Services or Risk Management industry.
  • Strong understanding of Change Management and production deployment processes.
  • Hands-on experience with ServiceNow, Jira, SharePoint, Power BI, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience coordinating releases across multiple teams and environments.
  • Strong project coordination, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting enterprise-scale software releases in Agile or hybrid environments.
  • Familiarity with ITIL principles and release governance.
  • Experience with release reporting, dashboards, and process improvement initiatives.
  • Relevant certifications in ITIL, Agile, Scrum, or Project Management are a plus.

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