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iFlow Inc

release Management Consultant

Dallas, TX · On-site

Change or release Management Consultant Location: Dallas, TX & Atlanta, GA Duration: 6 Months Experience: 10-15 Years Description: NOTE: Preferred local candidates Day to Day responsibilities ...

iTPeople Corporation

Release Management

New York, NY · On-site

We offer consulting services, managed services and workforce solutions to Fortune 500 corporations ... Experience in IT Operations, Release Management or Development • Proficiency in shell scripting ...

iTPeople Corporation

Release Management

New York, NY · On-site

We offer consulting services, managed services and workforce solutions to Fortune 500 corporations ... Experience in IT Operations, Release Management or Development Proficiency in shell scripting ...

E*Pro, Inc.

Release Manager

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Pro Consulting service offerings include contingent Staff Augmentation of IT professionals ... Release Management experience Strong SDLC knowledge Experience with Servicenow is a plus Release ...

Maximus

Release Manager

VA · On-site +1

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS124, T4, Band 7 Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Serve as the enterprise Release Manager ...

BST Consultants, Inc.

Release Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

You will serve as the operational hub between the Engineering, Product Management, Quality Assurance, DevOps, IT/ICS, and Security teams, ensuring software releases are delivered safely, predictably ...

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How much do release management consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for release management consultant 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.

What is the difference between Release Management Consultant vs Deployment Specialist?

AspectRelease Management ConsultantDeployment Specialist
CredentialsIT certifications (ITIL, PMP), relevant experienceIT certifications, technical skills, experience in deployment
Work EnvironmentProject teams, IT departments, consulting firmsIT operations, software teams, technical support
Industry UsageIT service management, consulting, software developmentSoftware deployment, system implementation, technical support
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in release processes, project managementTechnical deployment tasks, system rollout processes

While both roles involve software releases, a Release Management Consultant oversees the entire release process, ensuring coordination and compliance across projects. A Deployment Specialist focuses on the technical execution of deploying software or systems. The consultant role is broader, often involving planning and strategy, whereas the deployment specialist handles the hands-on technical tasks.

What is the career path of a release management consultant?

A release management consultant typically starts in roles such as software developer, system analyst, or project coordinator, gaining experience in software development, deployment, and IT processes. Progression often involves moving into senior release management, project management, or IT leadership roles, with certifications like ITIL or PMP enhancing career advancement. Gaining expertise in automation tools and understanding software development lifecycle practices are also valuable for career growth.
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Infographic showing various Release Management Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,845 per year, or $53.8 per hour.

release Management Consultant

iFlow Inc

Dallas, TX • On-site

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Job Title: Change or release Management Consultant
Location: Dallas, TX & Atlanta, GA
Duration: 6 Months
Experience: 10-15 Years
 
Description:
NOTE: Preferred local candidates
Day to Day responsibilities-
•  Develops and manages detailed schedules for change restrictions for applications hosted on platforms such as Java, Node.js, MuleSoft, Azure etc. to ensure minimal service disruptions and defects.  
Lead the Change Control Board meeting to facilitate the approval process for changes, including obtaining necessary authorizations from leadership and ensuring technical alignment with deployment strategies like blue-green & canary  deployments
•  Prepares comprehensive summaries for leadership to enhance decision-making and strategic planning, using data-driven insights using JIRA, confluence & SharePoint.
•  Analyzes and clarifies release scope to ensure alignment with project goals and technical requirements, including understanding feature flag dependencies, product launches, change restriction periods etc.
•  Coordinates approval processes, leveraging technical and operational insights to validate release readiness and deployment strategy.
•  Collaborates with engineering teams to design and maintain robust release metric dashboards, utilizing tools and platforms such as PowerBi, ServiceNow and other internal change control tools.
•  Utilizes data visualization tools to provide real-time insights into release stability and performance metrics, ensuring continuous monitoring and improvement.
•  Works closely with release and product managers to develop and maintain accurate release calendars, incorporating automated scheduling and notification systems.
•  Ensures the integrity and accessibility of release data for team reviews and audits, using cloud storage solutions and version control systems.
•  Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on release scheduling, freeze periods, and performance metrics, with a good understanding of high-level system flow.
•  Provides technical guidance and expertise in these areas to support engineering and operational teams, ensuring best practices and standards are met.
•  Leads the assessment and implementation of industry best practices in change management, including automated deployment strategies and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
•  Focuses on process automation to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention, using tools such as Jenkins, Code Cloud etc.
•  Serves as an advocate for change management, promoting awareness and understanding of deployment processes across the organization, with a focus on technical excellence and reliability.
Required Qualifications:
•   Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field preferred
•  3+ years of change and/or release management experience with proven track record of managing all aspects of software releases throughout their lifecycle
•  Experience within high tech, software and/or wireless/telecom industry highly desired
•  Solid technical background with understanding and/or experience in software development, web technologies, release management, metrics dashboards and customer communications such as email, SMS and push notifications.
•  Strong analytical skills and the ability to convert release data into summaries that foster understanding and reduce outages.
•  Experience working within scaled agile development teams.
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to present complex technical information in a clear manner to peers, developers, and senior leaders.
•  Technical skills include: Atlassian-Jira and Confluence, SharePoint, Excel, Microsoft Lists, Scaled Agile Framework, full stack web design, application design and architecture.
•  PMO certification and/or Project Management background