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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$74K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a federal agency by managing platform enablement and customer solutions. Lead training, technical support, and cross-team collaboration to enhance data analytics and AI capabili...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $191K *

Innovate by designing and operating scalable data infrastructure for petabytes of data, enabling customer-facing features and analytics across global industries, while enhancing systems for reliabilit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing pharmacy operations with AI. As a Software Engineer, you'll independently ship impactful features and fixes, collaborating closely with experienced engineers in a fa...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the onboarding experience for enterprise customers by leading seamless implementations, balancing technical demands with stakeholder communication, and driving effective project management t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leading technical recruitment efforts to attract top engineering talent. Collaborate with hiring managers to develop strategies, manage the recruitment lifecycle, and enhance can...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $164K *

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United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $102K *

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $220K *

Drive impactful platform engineering initiatives, leveraging deep expertise to architect scalable solutions and guide clients through complex technical landscapes while fostering collaboration and inn...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across QSR operations, driving cultural transformation and operational excellence. Manage CI strategies, develop leaders, and ensure alignment with enterprise g...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $223K *

Join us in advancing cloud infrastructure as a Lead DevOps Engineer, managing AWS environments and enhancing automation practices. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure reliable, secure, and effici...

Reston, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Innovate by driving the development and management of cutting-edge testing infrastructure, focusing on enhancing software capabilities while building and leading an engineering team to adapt and thriv...

Columbia, TNRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Explore career opportunities as you collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative test automation solutions that enhance intelligent technology for consumer use-cases while driving efficiency i...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $232K *

Empower a global team of SREs to enhance IAM services, driving innovation and reliability in cloud applications. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor engineers, and lead Agile initiatives to ensure t...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $139K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of OpenBMC firmware development, driving platform bring-up, feature implementation, and integration to enhance system functionality and reliability. Contribute your...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $200K *

Pioneer the future of eCommerce by owning product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage AI tools, drive innovation, and enhance client experiences in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$60K - $125K *

Empower customer success by managing relationships and driving growth through strategic account management, ensuring satisfaction and advancing CloudWave as a trusted IT advisor in healthcare solution...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive customer success by leading strategic transformations and fostering C-suite relationships. Leverage ServiceNow expertise to enhance satisfaction, retention, and value delivery across complex, mu...

Addison, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower legal firms by leading the development of innovative IT solutions, driving market strategies, and enhancing service offerings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish credibility...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $137K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing interactive dashboards that enhance program performance insights. Collaborate with teams to translate data into actionable visualizations, driving informed...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $109K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping organizational success through strategic HR partnerships. Collaborate with leaders to enhance performance, drive talent initiatives, and foster a thriving workp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $350K *

Engineer innovative evals for an AI coding agent, leveraging user data to enhance performance. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring use...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.