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The Release Manager will manage and optimize the release process in conjunction with the ... Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program. Employment Type: OTHER

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Release Manager/Scrum Master to join the Chinook program supporting an Intelligence Community customer. In this highly visible role, you'll help drive the ...

You will sit at the intersection of release engineering and technical program management, operating as both a builder and a strategist. You will not simply manage the release lifecycle; you will ...

You will sit at the intersection of release engineering and technical program management, operating as both a builder and a strategist. You will not simply manage the release lifecycle; you will ...

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Release Manager/Scrum Master to join the Chinook program supporting an Intelligence Community customer. In this highly visible role, you'll help drive the ...

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Release Manager/Scrum Master to join the Chinook program supporting an Intelligence Community customer. In this highly visible role, you'll help drive the ...

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Release Manager/Scrum Master to join the Chinook program supporting an Intelligence Community customer. In this highly visible role, you'll help drive the ...

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Release Manager/Scrum Master to join the Chinook program supporting an Intelligence Community customer. In this highly visible role, you'll help drive the ...

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Release Manager/Scrum Master to join the Chinook program supporting an Intelligence Community customer. In this highly visible role, you'll help drive the ...

Agile Release Manager

Malvern, PA · On-site

$107K - $171K/yr

Job Title Agile Release Manager Agile Release Manager As our Agile Release Manager for Ambulatory ... Agile program increments (PIs) and sprint schedules. * Own deployment and release planning and ...

Work with Architecture, Infrastructure, IT management, PMO, Technical Team Leads and other Navigator program-wide release coordinators to improve the software engineering and delivery processes ...

Track release metrics and communication release status to program leadership and customer stakeholders. * Ensure compliance with customer governance, configuration management, cybersecurity, and ...

Job TitleAgile Release Manager Agile Release Manager As our Agile Release Manager for Ambulatory ... Agile program increments (PIs) and sprint schedules. * Own deployment and release planning and ...

They are seeking an AI-First Release Manager to automate the release lifecycle and utilize modern AI tools for software delivery, while also leading technical program management for critical ...

ServiceNow Release Manager

Odenton, MD · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Release Manager is responsible for working within a fast paced, Agile team to support the ... Experience developing metrics and reports for tracking sprint, project, and overall program ...

Support program level meetings in partnership with product management and system architect(s) to ... Mentor and coach to Agile Release Trains (ARTs)on Agile/Lean/SAFe Principles * Participates in ...

Support program level meetings in partnership with product management and system architect(s) to ... Mentor and coach to Agile Release Trains (ARTs)on Agile/Lean/SAFe Principles * Participates in ...

Release Manager (MMIS)

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$96K - $125K/yr

About the Role Conduent is seeking a Release Manager to develop and maintain release schedules to ... programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time ...

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How much do program release manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 29, 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.

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 Program Release Managers?

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.

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.

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.
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Senior Release Manager

$100K - $160K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

As a Steampunk Senior Release Manager, you will be an integral part of an Agile team working closely with the project manager and development teams. You will own the complete release lifecycle which includes being responsible for scheduling, coordinating, planning, and controlling the delivery process in collaboration with your government counterpart. 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 process in conjunction with the application development teams. The ideal candidate will have strong Project Management skills as well as release management experience with cloud technologies.


  • Negotiate, plan, and manage all release activities
  • Track risks and issues that affect release scope, schedule, and quality
  • Measure and monitor progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time
  • Communicate release details, expectations, and schedules to the business as required
  • Conduct release readiness reviews, milestone reviews, and business Go/No-Go reviews
  • Provide regular release reporting to stakeholders and project team
  • Work closely with development staff to resolve build problems and merge conflicts
  • Continually work towards making improvements in the release process by documenting release issues and developing plans to improve process or automation
  • Maintain a release repository and manage key information such as build and release procedures, dependencies, and notification lists

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other engineering or technical disciplineand/or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Release Management performing responsibilities similar to those described for thisrole
  • 3+ years of experience as an Analyst or Developer on projects utilizing Agile Scrum methodology for systemdevelopment with scale and scope
  • Previous experience in the government or with government clients
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain and government security clearance
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle
  • Solid understanding of project management principles
  • Experience using JIRA, Confluence, or other project management software
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional work teams toward task completion

Preferred:

  • Experience managing Salesforce integrations along with core development and delivery skills
  • Experience with 2GP (2nd generation packaging)
  • Experience in the CRM domain; understanding of overall SFDC architecture and working knowledge of SFDCintegration approach, architecture, and release management
  • Experience with SAFe Agile development methodologies
  • Able and willing to work independently and in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, with minimalsupervision

Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $160,000.  The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here. 

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors.  Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges.  As an employee owned company, we focus on investing in our employees to enable them to do the greatest work of their careers – and rewarding them for outstanding contributions to our growth. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.