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 - $130K *

Advance your career by leading civil engineering initiatives that shape infrastructure projects, advise on construction management, and ensure compliance with executive mandates and regulations. Drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$109K - $153K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing asset reliability and performance. Lead corporate reliability strategies, optimize SAP PM functions, and drive continuous improvement across global sites whil...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $153K *

Transform asset reliability by leading continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing SAP PM functions, and developing a high-performing team. Drive corporate reliability strategies across multiple si...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $340K *

Lead automation initiatives within global service operations to transform workflows by integrating AI and redefining processes, enhancing efficiency and governance throughout IT operations and service...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance reactor system work packages, ensuring safe and efficient execution. Collaborate closely with technicians, leverage AI tools, and drive continuous improvemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative system integration solutions, designing seamless workflows between Oracle and warehouse systems while ensuring data quality and synchronization. Collaborate and lead processes to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Join a dynamic Site Reliability team, ensuring the stability and efficiency of a cutting-edge legal AI platform while driving automation and collaboration across infrastructure and product functions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in transforming program features into actionable stories for engineering teams, ensuring delivery excellence and stakeholder satisfaction through collaboration and strategic alignment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform alloy breakthroughs into market-ready products by leading hands-on testing and characterization. Collaborate with engineers and labs to ensure quality and innovation in product development...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Optimize enterprise identity infrastructure as a Lead IAM Engineer. Drive design, implementation, and support of complex identity solutions across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring security...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential in a collaborative role where you'll guide Agile teams through effective Program Increment planning and execution while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and business...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining product development by taking ownership of outcomes. Engage directly with customers, drive product decisions, and iterate quickly to deliver impactful solutions in a fast...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming student transportation safety through innovative cloud platforms and automation. As a Sr DevOps Engineer, you'll enhance infrastructure, CI/CD, and MLOps, ensuring reli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $170K *

Explore opportunities to lead construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive project success through effective planning, commu...

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

$125K - $175K *

Explore your potential as a Project Manager, leading construction initiatives while ensuring quality, safety, and innovation. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver projects on time and within budg...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, driving project success through effective management of deliverables, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $129K *

Lead innovative R&D projects in automotive systems, managing resources and timelines while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across teams to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

The Senior Software Engineer will join a dynamic team at Arch, focusing on building an AI-driven analytics platform for HVAC contractors to promote energy-efficient technologies. This role involves en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform the future of AI-driven product development by setting technical direction, tackling complex challenges, and designing effective coding workflows. Collaborate with a talented team to shape i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Help us oversee digital model creation and project execution, utilizing CAD expertise to manage priorities and collaborate with teams for seamless fabrication strategy development...

Nelson, BCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing integrated electrical and control systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver customer solutions, manage project budgets, and ensure successful startup act...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance by analyzing KPIs and driving improvements through advanced quality tools. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to enhance processes and ensure compliance, while d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of device management solutions by leveraging your technical acumen to educate customers, bridge teams, and drive product improvements while fostering strong, lasting relationships and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate project success by leading conveyance and pipeline initiatives, ensuring effective planning, design, and execution while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff to achieve...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your skills by architecting and delivering core components of our innovative cloud platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive high-performance solutions for real-time applications acro...

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  •   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.