Software Release Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Project/Release Manager with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This remote role requires working in the PST time zone, with preferred locations in Oregon, Washington, or Texas.

Must-Haves:

• 3+ years of Project/Release Management experience
• Proficiency in MS Project
• Excellent communication skills

Minimum Requirements:

• MS in Software Engineering or an MBA
• Project management certification is a plus

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage application releases in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
• Collaborate with Engineering, Build, and QA teams to plan releases based on defined milestones
• Work with Engineering to minimize the impact of code merges and branch conflicts
• Engage with both Engineering and Business teams to prioritize enhancements and bug fixes for releases
• Analyze blockers, manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and communicate release status
• Create and manage change tickets, implementation plans, and rollback strategies
• Lead Go-Live activities and ensure smooth execution of deployment plans
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies and engineering standards for all production deployments
• Conduct defect triage meetings and develop future avoidance strategies
• Drive the adoption of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery and Agile practices
• Create metrics and dashboards for a data-driven approach to releases
• Maintain a knowledge repository of build and release procedures

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience managing projects and programs as part of release management
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet)
• Familiarity with tools like SharePoint, ServiceNow, Jira, and Confluence
• Technical knowledge of development tools, source control, and CI/CD systems (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins, Python)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset
• Knowledge of change management processes, including SOX/SOC guidelines
• Self-motivated, team player with great attention to detail and accountability

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a remote environment and has a passion for effective project and release management!