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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$110K - $140K *

Champion compliance excellence by conducting hands-on reviews and mock exams for investment advisers and broker-dealers, ensuring clients remain exam-ready while fostering strong relationships and men...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Engage teams in revenue cycle operations to drive performance and efficiency. Lead strategic initiatives while managing day-to-day operations, ensuring optimal service delivery and financial outcomes...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage on-site construction activities, ensuring adherence to plans, schedules, and budgets. Oversee subcontractors, inspections, and safety protocols while coordinating with project teams for timely...

Quanah, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing financial performance for diverse projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights, optimize cash flow, and enhance decision-making in a dynamic, pro...

Langley, BCRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$290K - $320K *

Pioneer the future of quality and commissioning, ensuring operational excellence in high-stakes environments. Lead a talented team, define strategic goals, and optimize processes for seamless project...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$118K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving partner growth through strategic engagement, AI adoption, and solution development. Collaborate across diverse partner types to enhance business outcomes and ensure scalable...

Vienna, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting disaster recovery efforts through federal funding programs. Collaborate with local governments and nonprofits to ensure compliance and effective project form...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Transform enterprise deal operations by managing complex opportunities across teams. Ensure visibility and accountability throughout the deal lifecycle, removing roadblocks to drive success from deal...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Engineer robust backend systems for financial applications, tackling payments, fraud detection, and compliance. Collaborate with a skilled team to design, build, and optimize features, ensuring reliab...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate healthcare revenue integrity by leading client engagements focused on optimizing revenue cycles, enhancing compliance, and driving financial performance through strategic recommendations and d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to validate complex workflows in Privileged Access Management, ensuring high standards for reliability and security across cloud integrations and enterprise environments. Collaborate with engi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering successful project outcomes by building comprehensive schedules, defining responsibilities, and managing timelines effectively to ensure client satisfaction an...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping healthcare innovation through AI-driven voice solutions. Lead a distributed engineering team to deliver high-quality software and collaborate with cross-functional stakehold...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic agency by leading complex client campaigns. Manage project scope, timelines, and budgets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading complex subrecipient programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful opioid response initiatives in Illinois. This role demands s...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize project financials by providing expert analysis, reporting, and controls for government contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting, invoicing, and compliance, dri...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at a leading software firm by owning the technical direction of AI-driven products. Collaborate across teams to establish standards, enhance workflows, and ensure safe, scalable ag...

Utah, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate preconstruction processes by leading project planning, coordination, and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on scope, budget, and timelines while managing cost estima...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $204K *

Drive the advancement of data and AI capabilities by designing and delivering scalable software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI/ML technologies, ensuring system reli...

Connecticut, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $220K *

Deliver high-performance C++ solutions for network management, focusing on device discovery and monitoring across Windows and Linux. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliabili...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $248K *

Elevate fan support through innovative technology and collaborative leadership. As a technical manager, drive the vision and execution for a best-in-class support experience, empowering your team to e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to drive technical sales success by leveraging your expertise in cloud and container technologies. Cultivate relationships, conduct demos, and secure wins while collaborating with our...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise application integrations by leading technical design and implementation for Finance, Accounting, and Supply Chain projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.