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SprezzMC

Salesforce Release Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Salesforce Release Engineer Location: Remote (Within the US) Other Considerations: U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Required) POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a detail-oriented Salesforce Release ...

Nityo Infotech

salesforce Release Manager

Troy, MI · On-site

Salesforce Release Manager Location : Troy, MI (Onsite) Duration: Long-term Contract Client : Infosys/Healthcare client The Salesforce CoE is in need of a Salesforce Administrator to augment the ...

Hermitage Infotech

Salesforce Release Manager

NJ · On-site +1

D 2 - Salesforce Release Manager Remote position PTtiming zone. A proven Salesforce Release Manager who will take ownership of all aspects related to ensuring a 'healthy' Salesforce.com platform.

Booz Allen Hamilton

Salesforce Release Engineer

Dover, DE · On-site

$69K - $158K/yr

As a Salesforce Release Engineer, you will work closely with developers, product owners, test engineers, and architects to ensure the timely and effective deployment of Salesforce products in a ...

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How much do salesforce release jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for salesforce release in the United States is $98,862.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Salesforce Release Manager, you need expertise in Salesforce administration, release management processes, and experience with version control and deployment tools, typically supported by relevant Salesforce certifications. Familiarity with tools like Salesforce DX, Git, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines is crucial for managing code and configuration releases. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure smooth deployments. These competencies ensure reliable, efficient, and error-free Salesforce releases, minimizing disruption and maximizing business value.

What is the difference between Salesforce Release vs Salesforce Administrator?

AspectSalesforce ReleaseSalesforce Administrator
CertificationsTypically involved in release management certifications like Salesforce Release ManagementSalesforce Administrator Certification (ADM-201)
Work EnvironmentFocuses on deployment cycles, release planning, and system updatesHandles user management, customization, and daily platform administration
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by release managers, deployment teams, and IT departments in Salesforce environmentsEmployed by organizations to manage Salesforce platform users and configurations

Salesforce Release professionals primarily manage the deployment and scheduling of Salesforce updates, while Salesforce Administrators focus on maintaining and customizing the platform for end-users. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within Salesforce ecosystem management.

What are some common challenges faced by Salesforce Release Managers during deployment cycles?

Salesforce Release Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating releases across multiple development teams, ensuring compatibility between customizations and new Salesforce features, and managing tight timelines for testing and deployment. They must also handle potential conflicts between different environments (like sandboxes and production) and address unexpected issues that arise during go-live. Strong communication and organization skills are essential as Release Managers frequently collaborate with developers, admins, QA testers, and business stakeholders to deliver smooth, error-free releases.

What is a Salesforce Release?

A Salesforce Release refers to the scheduled updates that Salesforce delivers to its platform three times a year—typically in Spring, Summer, and Winter. These releases include new features, enhancements, bug fixes, and sometimes changes to existing functionality. Each release is thoroughly documented and tested by Salesforce, and organizations are encouraged to review release notes, test customizations, and prepare their users in advance. Salesforce Release Managers or Administrators are responsible for coordinating and implementing these updates in their environments to ensure a smooth transition.
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Salesforce Release Manager

DTEL Engineering & Consultants Inc

Mclean, VA • On-site

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Job description

Required Technical Skills

Salesforce

  • Salesforce Administration
  • Salesforce Development Lifecycle
  • Apex
  • Lightning Web Components (LWC)
  • Visualforce
  • SOQL/SOSL
  • Salesforce Metadata API
  • Salesforce DX (SFDX)

DevOps & CI/CD

  • AutoRABIT
  • Git
  • GitHub / GitLab / Bitbucket
  • Jenkins
  • Azure DevOps
  • CI/CD Pipeline Design
  • Release Automation
  • Source Control Management

Deployment & Environment Management

  • Change Sets
  • SFDX Deployments
  • Environment Strategy
  • Version Control
  • Release Governance

Quality & Security

  • Code Review Processes
  • Static Code Analysis
  • Deployment Validation
  • Rollback Planning
  • Security & Compliance Controls

Required Experience

  • 8+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years in Salesforce Release Management.
  • Hands-on experience with AutoRABIT Release Management and CI/CD implementation.
  • Proven experience managing enterprise-scale Salesforce production releases.
  • Experience with Agile, Scrum, and DevOps delivery models.
  • Experience supporting highly regulated environments such as Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare, or Insurance.

Roles & Responsibilities

Release Management

  • Own end-to-end Salesforce release planning, scheduling, coordination, and deployment activities.
  • Manage multiple concurrent releases across Development, QA, UAT, Staging, and Production environments.
  • Establish release calendars and coordinate deployments across business and technology teams.
  • Ensure adherence to release governance, change management, and compliance requirements.
  • Coordinate release readiness reviews, go/no-go decisions, and post-deployment validations.

Salesforce DevOps & CI/CD

  • Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for Salesforce applications.
  • Automate deployment processes using AutoRABIT and Salesforce DevOps best practices.
  • Manage branching strategies, version control, merge processes, and code promotion activities.
  • Monitor deployment pipelines and proactively resolve deployment failures.
  • Drive continuous integration and continuous delivery improvements.

AutoRABIT Administration

  • Configure and maintain AutoRABIT Release Management, CodeScan, and Backup modules.
  • Implement deployment automation, rollback strategies, and release orchestration.
  • Manage metadata deployments across Salesforce environments.
  • Perform deployment validations and release audits.
  • Ensure compliance with enterprise release standards and controls.

Salesforce Platform Management

  • Support releases involving:

o Sales Cloud

o Service Cloud

o Experience Cloud

o Salesforce Integrations

  • Coordinate with Salesforce Developers, Architects, QA, Product Owners, and Business Teams.
  • Assess release impacts and dependency management.

Environment & Change Management

  • Manage Salesforce environment strategy and refresh schedules.
  • Coordinate data migration and environment synchronization.
  • Review Change Requests (CRs) and deployment packages.
  • Ensure proper documentation of release notes, deployment guides, and rollback procedures.

Risk & Governance

  • Identify deployment risks and dependencies.
  • Lead release war rooms during critical production deployments.
  • Conduct root cause analysis for deployment failures.
  • Establish release KPIs and operational dashboards.
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives.

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