Release Engineer Jobs

Explore Release Engineer opportunities that bring together software development, automation, and reliable delivery. Release engineers help teams plan, build, test, and deploy software updates safely and consistently. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles for experienced release and delivery specialists.

What Release Engineers Do

Release engineers coordinate the systems and processes that move software from development into production. Responsibilities may include maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating builds and deployments, managing release schedules, improving version control practices, and partnering with engineering, quality assurance, security, and operations teams. They also monitor release outcomes and help resolve issues that affect delivery.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with build and deployment automation, source control, scripting, cloud platforms, containers, and infrastructure as code. Familiarity with tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, Kubernetes, or similar technologies can be valuable. Strong communication, risk management, troubleshooting, and cross-functional coordination skills are also important, particularly for senior roles.

Career Opportunities

Release engineers work across industries that develop or operate software, including technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and enterprise services. Depending on the organization, related positions may include release manager, DevOps engineer, build engineer, deployment engineer, or platform engineer. Senior professionals may take ownership of release strategy, delivery standards, and improvements across multiple teams.

Find Release Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Release Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare positions, and find opportunities aligned with your experience in software delivery, automation, and release operations.

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$154K - $260K *

Innovate and drive technical strategy for AI-powered products at scale. Empower teams to build transformative software solutions, oversee complex projects, and deliver exceptional results that reshape...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the design and analysis of transportation structures, ensuring compliance with AASHTO standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on projects across Colorado and Arizona...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Consultant, providing expert support in regulatory publishing systems and document management. Collaborate with teams and clients to troubleshoot issues, enhance s...

British Columbia, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Champion the proposal process by leading submissions, coordinating resources, and ensuring strategic alignment. Drive improvements in proposal development while fostering collaboration across teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Transform complex technical initiatives into impactful outcomes by leading cross-functional teams and driving innovation. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of lar...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Unlock potential by managing complex technical programs that drive innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to ensure successful delivery of large-sca...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading large-scale Healthcare IT programs, partnering with C-suite stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence and strategic oversight. Drive financial performance and mentor te...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $141K *

Pioneer excellence in program management by leading large-scale Healthcare IT initiatives. Collaborate with C-suite stakeholders to ensure strategic delivery, financial performance, and risk managemen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform structural engineering solutions by designing and analyzing systems for mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead transformative initiatives by guiding strategy deployment and process improvements. Collaborate with leadership to empower teams, enhance care delivery, and drive organizational excellence throug...

Wisconsin, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$145K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Data Architect, where you'll shape enterprise data architecture, drive data lifecycle strategies, and ensure governance while collaborating with engineering teams to en...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in scalable distributed systems by designing and building a reliability platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service health and observability while mentoring f...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare reporting through Epic tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, design reports, and provide support, ensuring successful projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Champion the design and development of AI-driven security solutions, enhancing autonomous investigation capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address customer needs and impro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Transform the contracting process by managing the lifecycle of agreements, ensuring efficient execution while balancing risk and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead our initiatives in designing and constructing innovative water and carbon capture facilities globally. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success within budget and timeline while promotin...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $178K *

Shape the future of technology storytelling by crafting compelling narratives that highlight innovation and AI. Collaborate with leaders to elevate Mercury's brand through integrated communications, e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $174K *

Engineer impactful electrical systems by leading projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate to foster innovation and quality in complex building designs, d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative solutions in financial services by leading complex projects, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating with top private market firms to enhance portfolio monitoring and valuation proc...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality HVAC projects. Oversee technical coordination, manage project milestones, and ensure seamless communication among stakeholders while driving pro...

Kentucky, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $290K *

Accelerate the development of autonomous systems by leading systems engineering strategies, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring rigorous safety and performance standards throughout the produ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mechanical engineering in data centers. Collaborate on design, construction, and commissioning while developing AI tools to enhance efficiency. This role offer...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $156K *

Pioneer innovative maintenance processes and CMMS capabilities, driving global engineering operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance asset management, reliability, and sustainability while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform the integration landscape by designing and managing CI/CD pipelines, APIs, and infrastructure for hybrid environments, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality software delivery for mis...

San Antonio, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of laboratory informatics by leading technical delivery and customer engagements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions, enhance customer experience, and drive...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Release Engineer do?question toggle

    A Release Engineer builds and improves the processes and tools used to package, test, and deploy software. The role often includes maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating releases, coordinating schedules, and helping teams deliver software reliably.

  • What skills are important for Release Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include CI/CD and build automation, version control, scripting, cloud infrastructure, containers, and deployment troubleshooting. Communication and coordination skills are also important because release engineers work with multiple technical teams.

  • What is the difference between a Release Engineer and a DevOps Engineer?question toggle

    The roles overlap and titles vary by employer. Release engineers often focus on build, release, and deployment processes, while DevOps engineers may have broader responsibility for infrastructure, operations, automation, and the software delivery lifecycle.

  • How much do Release Engineer jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Release Engineer roles varies based on factors such as location, experience, responsibilities, and employer.

  • What career paths can follow a Release Engineer role?question toggle

    Experienced release engineers may advance into senior or lead roles, release management, DevOps or platform engineering, engineering operations, or software delivery leadership.