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SAS

Release Manager

Cary, NC

Product Release Manager - Hybrid | Cary, NC We're a leader in data and AI. Through our software and ... Lead and support the Product Manager, R&D Project Manager, the Product Marketing Manager, and the ...

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... project plans, commitments, and changes including requirements, QA plans, schedule, and scope ... plan and manage all release activities Work with release engineers to understand impacts of ...

SSTech LLC

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Addison, TX · On-site

ATLASSIAN Expertise: o Proficiency in ATLASSIAN tools, particularly JIRA and Confluence. o Use JIRA for issue tracking, project management, and release planning. o Leverage Confluence for ...

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Hartford, CT · On-site

Partner with operations, business analysts, quality assurance, developers, project management, infrastructure, senior business and IT leaders, and supplier resources to support release scope and ...

Vailexa

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Charleston, WV · Remote

Release Manager Location: United States (Remote) Onsite/Remote: Fully Remote (Preference for ... Strong project and program management skills with the ability to drive initiatives to completion

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong Project Management skills as well as release management experience with cloud technologies. Contributions * Negotiate, plan, and manage all release activities

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA

$100K - $160K/yr

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 ...

Collabera

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San Diego, CA · On-site

End client for this project is a large legal organization with operations in more than 100 ... Manages the release process end-to-end, from the planning of release content through to actual ...

Steampunk

Senior Release Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$100K - $160K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong Project Management skills as well as release management experience with cloud technologies. Contributions * Negotiate, plan, and manage all release activities

Scalian

Release Manager

Kinston, NC · On-site

Are you an experienced Release Manager? If your answer is yes, it's your lucky day as we are ... Synchronize all stakeholders across various project streams, departments, countries, and seniority ...

Optimal Inc.

Project Release Engineer

Warren, MI · On-site

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FAVARH

IT Release Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

Partner with operations, business analysts, quality assurance, developers, project management, infrastructure, senior business and IT leaders, and supplier resources to support release scope and ...

Voya Financial, Inc.

IT Release Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

Partner with operations, business analysts, quality assurance, developers, project management, infrastructure, senior business and IT leaders, and supplier resources to support release scope and ...

ZeniMax Media

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Rockville, MD · On-site

Track and manage release dependencies, risks, and blockers - escalate issues early, resolve them ... Provide clear, timely status reporting on release readiness, risks, and outcomes across projects ...

Scalian

Release Manager

Kinston, NC

Are you an experienced Release Manager? If your answer is yes, it's your lucky day as we are ... Synchronize all stakeholders across various project streams, departments, countries, and seniority ...

Zoox

Release Manager

Foster City, 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 ...

Zoox

Release Manager

Foster City, CA · On-site

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 ...

Hancock Whitney Bank

Plans, executes, and monitors releases according to project/release timelines to include ... Provides proper reporting to management and executive forums. Establishes and manages effective ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for project release manager in the United States is $53.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.38 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Project Release Manager typically collaborate with development and operations teams during software releases?

A Project Release Manager acts as a bridge between development and operations teams to ensure smooth and timely software releases. They coordinate release schedules, manage dependencies, and facilitate communication to resolve any issues quickly. This role often involves organizing regular meetings, maintaining detailed documentation, and working closely with QA, developers, and IT to minimize risks and downtime. Effective collaboration and proactive problem-solving are key to ensuring successful releases and maintaining project momentum.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Release Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Release Manager, you need expertise in project management methodologies, release planning, and risk assessment, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a related field and certifications like PMP or ITIL. Familiarity with release management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, or Azure DevOps is typically required. Strong organizational skills, communication, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams are essential soft skills. These competencies ensure effective coordination of releases, minimize disruptions, and deliver projects on time and within scope.

What is the difference between Project Release Manager vs Software Release Coordinator?

AspectProject Release ManagerSoftware Release Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire release processes, manages release schedules, coordinates cross-team effortsAssists in scheduling and coordinating specific software releases, handles documentation
Required SkillsProject management, communication, release planning, risk managementTechnical understanding, communication, scheduling, documentation skills
Work EnvironmentProject teams, IT departments, cross-functional teamsDevelopment teams, QA, IT support
CertificationsITIL, PMP, or similar project management certificationsITIL, Scrum, or release management certifications

The Project Release Manager focuses on overseeing the entire release process, coordinating multiple teams, and managing schedules. The Software Release Coordinator handles specific release tasks, ensuring smooth deployment and documentation. Both roles require strong communication skills and relevant certifications, but the Project Release Manager has broader responsibilities across projects.

What are Project Release Managers?

Project Release Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, and coordination of software or product releases within an organization. They ensure that new features, updates, and bug fixes are delivered smoothly and on time, collaborating with development, testing, and operations teams. Their role also involves managing risks, resolving issues, and communicating release plans to stakeholders to minimize disruption and maximize efficiency.
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Release Manager

Release Manager

SAS

Cary, NC

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Product Release Manager - Hybrid | Cary, NC 

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.

If you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.

 

About the job 

SAS is looking for a Product Release Manager to lead cross-divisional teams through the various phases of the Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC).  The Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC) is an iterative framework process that ensures we review, assess and plan before we build and commercialize new offerings.   We work with teams across the organization to ensure that SAS makes informed decisions about the product and that SAS is aligned in its efforts to implement the decisions that have been made. 

As a Product Release Manager, you will:  

  • Ensure that products come through the framework efficiently and effectively, resulting in successful releases.
  • Manage the completion of key deliverables such as Business Case, Financial Model, Legal Risk Review, Set Gate (Planning Complete), and the Go Gate (Release Readiness) 
  • Communicate and report on the status of products in systems of record to be consumed by key stakeholder.
  • Lead cross-divisional teams through a successful planning phase resulting in a completed Set Gate. 
  • Lead cross-divisional teams through a successful build and commercialize phase while managing changes and resolving risks resulting in a completed Go Gate. 
  • Be accountable for the successful navigation of the PDLC framework to get products to the market as planned.
  • Lead and support the Product Manager, R&D Project Manager, the Product Marketing Manager, and the delivery team for each product to optimize and accelerate the quality and time to move the approved Business Case to General Availability. 
  • Ensure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization's secure software development goals.
  • Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Required qualifications

  • 5 years of experience in Product Management, Software Project Management or Product Release Management. 
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, or related discipline. 
  • Proven ability to lead cross divisional projects or interdivisional complex projects.
  • Strong communication and meeting facilitation.
  • General understanding of software release management and deployment.
  • An equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Additional competencies, knowledge and skills

  • Planning and Organizing
  • Driving Execution

Preferred qualifications  

  • Experience using Jira, ServiceNow, and confluence.

  • Experience creating and updating status reports.  

  • Experience defining and communicating product strategy.

  • PMP certified, Pragmatic Marketing expertise. 

World-class benefits  

Highlights include...

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans.
  • Medical plan options include:
    • PPO with low annual deductible and copays.
    • HDHP combined with a health savings account with a contribution from SAS (no access to on-site health care center).
  • Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) that’s free to employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan. There's a pharmacy too! Not local to HQ? The pharmacy will ship prescriptions for no additional charge!
  • An industry-leading 401k plan.
  • Tuition Assistance Program and programs and resources to support your development
  • Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays, and our much-loved U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
  • Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
  • Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.

You are welcome here.

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.

Additional Information:

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights. 

Resumes may be considered in the order they are received. SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment. SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process.

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