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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$120K - $145K *

Transform and enhance mission-critical cloud infrastructures through innovative automation, effective DevOps practices, and a collaborative approach with engineering teams to ensure high reliability a...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud infrastructure, automate processes, and support Kubernetes deployments while collaborating closely with software engineers to ensure reliable, scalable, and effici...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of DevSecOps by leading technical strategy and delivery excellence across Federal and DoD markets. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions, drive business development, and mentor...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $306K *

Lead the architecture and development of distributed services for AI infrastructure, tackling complex challenges in network modeling and control. Influence technical direction and mentor engineers whi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $306K *

Empower innovation by architecting and operating resilient, multi-tenant distributed systems for OCI Compute. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Imaging and Container Registry services while dr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive validation excellence by developing test strategies and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance SSD quality and efficiency. Leverage AI tools to optimize processes and ensure timely project...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client and enterprise systems through efficient test engineering. Drive process improvements, manage inventory, and execute test cases while solving complex issues in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Lead the design and operation of secure cloud infrastructure, enhancing reliable deployment patterns across multiple environments, while collaborating with teams to ensure consistency and operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $166K *

Drive project success by managing multiple complex initiatives, optimizing processes, and performing in-depth financial analysis. Collaborate with teams to enhance telecom expense management and ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Join us to lead strategic digital transformation initiatives, driving collaboration across teams to deliver innovative AI-driven solutions. You'll manage client relationships, mentor junior members, a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $250K *

Transform your career by providing critical technical support for system integrations. Collaborate with diverse teams to troubleshoot, enhance, and document solutions, ensuring seamless integration of...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer quality excellence by developing and enhancing systems that elevate customer satisfaction, streamline processes, and ensure compliance across our manufacturing operations. Lead a dedicated tea...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Champion innovative backend solutions to enhance core platform infrastructure, enabling governments to swiftly acquire essential technology for national security and operational efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive the renewal forecasting process by managing weekly reviews, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy in revenue operations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in complex program integration efforts, coordinating across technical and logistics domains to ensure alignment with objectives. Support senior leaders with analysis and decision-making while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $122K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive program management support, ensuring strategic execution of acquisition processes while advising leadership on maintaining program health, cost, and performa...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's pivotal in managing secure, cloud-based systems and CI/CD processes. You'll ensure reliable software delivery, streamline containerized application deployments, and uphold security...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as you leverage cutting-edge DevOps tools and methodologies to drive project success, collaborate across teams, and enhance system efficiencies for a transformative impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's transforming electrical construction by managing large-scale projects. Lead the execution of assigned scopes, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery while collaborating with...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative architectural solutions while managing projects across aviation, transportation, and civic sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and quality in design and...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing projects that enhance production capabilities and quality standards. Collaborate on equipment design, troubleshoot issues, and implement efficiency improvements in a dy...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize quality engineering processes by leading a team, driving compliance, and supporting manufacturing operations to enhance product quality and operational efficiency in a regulated environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving software adoption within a dynamic SaaS environment. Manage a team, optimize user engagement strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower a skilled maintenance team to enhance equipment reliability and performance. Drive continuous improvement through training, collaboration, and effective communication. Lead initiatives that pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$74K - $128K *

Lead the charge in driving lean transformation and operational excellence across manufacturing operations. Collaborate with teams to implement daily improvements, facilitate Kaizen initiatives, and le...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.