Explore Release Manager Jobs

Release Managers coordinate the planning, testing, and delivery of software and technology updates. They help teams ship reliable products by aligning engineering, quality assurance, product, security, and operations around clear release plans. Explore vetted Release Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Release Manager Do?

Release Managers oversee release schedules and readiness from planning through deployment. Typical responsibilities include coordinating release calendars, tracking dependencies and risks, organizing testing and approvals, communicating status, and helping teams resolve blockers. After launch, they may lead retrospectives and improve release processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with software development or IT operations, strong project and program management skills, and the ability to coordinate across technical and business teams. Familiarity with Agile or DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, change management, incident response, and tools such as Jira can be valuable. Clear communication and sound judgment are essential for managing timelines and release risk.

Release Manager Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation varies by industry, location, experience, and the scope of the release portfolio. Senior Release Managers and related leaders may oversee enterprise-wide deployment programs, platform launches, or continuous delivery improvements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities that match their goals.

Find Your Next Release Manager Role

Browse Release Manager jobs on Ladders to find opportunities across software, technology, finance, healthcare, and other industries. Review role requirements, compare responsibilities, and identify positions where your release planning and delivery experience can make an impact.

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$100K *

Champion the future of public safety by managing 40+ complex SaaS implementations. Drive project success from contract to go-live, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective collaboration across tea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic partner in business development, driving revenue through VARs and resellers. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance partner engagement and pipeline creation, ensu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Transform healthcare technology by leading product strategy and execution for a revenue integrity solution. Drive innovation, engage stakeholders, and optimize outcomes to enhance hospital operations...

Draper, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $155K *

Lead content operations for a federal web services program, managing a team to ensure timely, accurate, and accessible communication. Drive strategic planning, oversee Drupal content management, and e...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Deliver impactful project management for complex implementations, leading teams to ensure successful outcomes while cultivating valued client relationships and driving business success through effecti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $265K *

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Columbia, MDRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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

$120K - $140K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $177K *

Lead product marketing initiatives to enhance adoption and communication of innovative solutions for the Public Sector, ensuring alignment across teams and effective messaging for government and nonpr...

Washington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex digital quality services for enterprise clients. Oversee testing programs, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business outcomes while foster...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and implement robust disaster recovery solutions for enterprise DevOps, ensuring critical infrastructure recoverability. Oversee Jenkins, Bitbucket, and JFrog Artifactory environments while e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $219K *

Elevate IT operations by orchestrating complex initiatives, driving user adoption, and optimizing delivery processes. Serve as the key liaison among technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $322K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $231K *

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Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $200K *

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Reston, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $95K *

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Princeton, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate organizational impact by driving strategic initiatives and fostering cross-functional alignment. Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless execution of key projects while enhancing comp...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$240K - $330K *

Transform the GTM Systems landscape by leading strategy, architecture, and operations. Drive efficiency across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success through innovative solutions and data governance...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $136K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Release Manager do?question toggle

    A Release Manager coordinates the planning, readiness, and delivery of software or technology releases. The role often includes managing schedules, dependencies, testing, approvals, risks, stakeholder updates, and post-release reviews.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Release Manager job?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but many employers look for experience in software delivery, IT, project or program management, and cross-functional coordination. Knowledge of Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, change management, and release tools can also be useful.

  • How much do Release Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and the size and complexity of releases managed. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Release Manager opportunities.

  • Where can Release Managers work?question toggle

    Release Managers work in organizations that deliver software or technology products, including technology companies and teams in finance, healthcare, retail, and other industries.

  • What is the difference between a Release Manager and a Project Manager?question toggle

    A Project Manager typically oversees a project’s scope, schedule, and outcomes, while a Release Manager focuses on coordinating the readiness and deployment of software or technology changes. The responsibilities can overlap, depending on the organization.