The Role
Own the end-to-end release lifecycle for a Frontline software portfolio, coordinating Engineering, Product, QA, DevOps, and customer-facing teams. Define release governance, optimize Git branching and versioning, manage risks and dependencies, coordinate deployments and hotfixes, maintain runbooks, monitor release metrics, and improve CI/CD automation, reliability, quality, and predictability across concurrent enterprise SaaS release streams.
Summary Generated by Built In
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Release Manager to own the end-to-end release lifecycle across a Frontline product portfolio, acting as the central coordination point between Engineering, Product, QA, DevOps, and customer-facing teams. You will define and improve release governance, optimize branching and versioning strategies, manage release risks and dependencies, and drive improvements in deployment automation and CI/CD processes. The role requires 4+ years of release management experience in large-scale enterprise SaaS or cloud-native software environments.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Own the end-to-end release lifecycle across Frontline products.
- Coordinate release planning, release candidates, production deployments, hotfixes, and emergency releases.
- Define and improve release management processes, standards, and governance.
- Optimize branching, merging, and versioning strategies.
- Partner closely with Team Leads, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure release readiness.
- Manage release risks, dependencies, and cross-team communication.
- Drive improvements in deployment automation, CI/CD processes, and release reliability.
- Maintain release documentation, deployment runbooks, and rollback procedures.
- Monitor release metrics and continuously improve release quality, predictability, and efficiency.
- Serve as the accountable owner of the Frontline release management function.
MUST HAVES
- 4+ years of proven experience with large-scale enterprise software environments and multiple concurrent release streams as a Release Manager, Technical Program Manager, or similar role.
- Experience managing releases for SaaS, cloud-native, or enterprise software products.
- Solid knowledge of Git workflows, branch management, and release versioning.
- Strong understanding of modern software development and Agile methodologies.
- Experience working closely with DevOps and Engineering teams.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on process optimization and operational excellence.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms.
- Experience supporting customer-facing production deployments.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Growth without limits: build your skills through mentorship, internal TechTalks, challenging projects, and a dedicated annual learning budget
- Competitive compensation: get recognition that reflects your skills and impact, with regular performance and compensation reviews
- Flexibility: work 100% remotely with flexible hours that support focus, autonomy, and a healthy work rhythm
- Meaningful, modern projects: build impactful products using modern technologies alongside global teams and leading brands
- Collaborative culture: join a supportive environment with zero micromanagement where ideas are welcomed and contributions are recognized
- Well-being & support: access local well-being programs and people-focused support tailored to your location
Meet Our Recruitment Process
Application → Coding Challenge → Video Interview → Technical Interview or Hiring Manager Interview
Each step helps us understand your skills and overall fit.
If it’s a match, you’ll receive an offer.
Skills Required
- 4+ years of proven experience managing releases in large-scale enterprise software environments with multiple concurrent release streams
- Experience managing releases for SaaS, cloud-native, or enterprise software products
- Knowledge of Git workflows, branch management, and release versioning
- Strong understanding of modern software development and Agile methodologies
- Experience working closely with DevOps and Engineering teams
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong problem-solving mindset focused on process optimization and operational excellence
- Upper-intermediate English proficiency
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms
- Experience supporting customer-facing production deployments
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The Company
What We Do
AgileEngine is a privately held company established in 2010 that builds dedicated teams of designers and developers. We turn good ideas into awesome software that people actually want to use. Some of the biggest names and the hottest startups around the world chose us to build their tech.
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