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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$80K - $95K *

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Oklahoma City, OKRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$225K - $265K *

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$112K - $143K *

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$125K - $150K *

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$95K - $115K *

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$140K - $205K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $230K *

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$155K - $165K *

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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.