15h Left: Senior Release Manager

3 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Africonology Full time

Senior Release Manager - Job Description

Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg Metro, Johannesburg

Job Type: Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry: IT and Internet

Secondary Industry: Banking and Finance

Salary: ZAR0 - ZAR0 Per hour

Job Duties:

- Manage and oversee the release management process, ensuring efficient and timely deployment of software releases

- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including development, testing, and operations, to plan and execute release activities

- Create and maintain release schedules, ensuring alignment with project timelines and business objectives

- Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions during release cycles

- Collaborate with stakeholders to define release policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to industry best practises

- Monitor and track release progress, providing regular status updates to management and project teams

- Identify and escalate release-related issues or conflicts, working towards resolution to minimise impact on project timelines

- Ensure proper documentation of release processes, including release notes, deployment instructions, and post-release evaluations

- Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies related to release management, recommending process improvements

Required Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Release Manager or in a similar role

- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and release management processes

- Excellent knowledge of release management tools and techniques

- Ability to effectively coordinate and manage cross-functional teams

- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Attention to detail and strong organisational skills

- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in release management or a related role

- Experience in coordinating and managing complex software release cycles

Knowledge and Skills:

- Comprehensive knowledge of release management methodologies and best practises

- Proficiency in using release management tools and software

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation

- Excellent project management skills

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

- Professional certifications in release management or project management

- Experience in the banking and finance industry

Working Conditions:

- This is a contract position requiring full-time hours

- Work is primarily office-based, with occasional remote work possibilities

- May involve occasional travel to client sites or other locations as required

- Must be able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

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