Release Manager QA :: Clearwater,FL-hybrid

Job Title: Release Manager QA : manages complete software delivery life cycle

Job Location : Clearwater,FL-hybrid

Job Duration : 6 month Contract to Hire

Rate : 55/hr on w2

If interested please reach me out at Phone:- 469 983 0261 or E-mail : shanu@tekintegral.com or Link: linkedin.com/in/usit/

Job Description:

As a Release Manager you will play a critical role in coordinating and overseeing the release process. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth and timely delivery of releases while maintaining the integrity and quality of our products/services.

Essential Duties:

• Release Planning: Collaborating with stakeholders to plan and prioritize release schedules based on business objectives, customer needs, and development timelines.
• Release Coordination: Orchestrating the activities of cross-functional teams involved in the release process, including development, quality assurance, operations, and support.
• Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that may impact the release schedule, quality, or deployment process.
• Issue Resolution: Addressing issues and conflicts that arise during the release process, including technical issues, resource constraints, and dependencies.
• Communication: Keeping stakeholders informed about release status, key milestones, and any changes to the release plan. This may include regular status updates, release notes, and stakeholder meetings.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that releases meet quality standards and are thoroughly tested before deployment. This may involve coordinating testing efforts, reviewing test results, and conducting pre-release validations.
• Deployment Management: Overseeing the deployment of releases into production environments, ensuring smooth and successful deployment with minimal disruption to users.
• Post-Release Support: Providing support and troubleshooting assistance to users and stakeholders following release deployment, addressing any issues or concerns that arise.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation related to release planning, processes, and procedures. This may include release plans, deployment guides, and release notes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and optimization in the release management process, implementing best practices, and driving continual improvement efforts.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Proven experience in release management or related roles in the software industry.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps.
• Experience with release automation tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI/CD.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of ITIL and IT service management principles is a plus.
• Certification in release management or Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster) is desirable.

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