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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Shape the future of project management by leading a dynamic team, overseeing project execution, and ensuring adherence to quality standards while fostering staff development and collaboration across d...
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Product Manager - Data Management & Data Products
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Lead the charge in defining and delivering enterprise data management capabilities, driving product strategy and roadmap while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex data challenge...
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Drive impactful program management by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and delivering measurable results in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with divers...
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Continuous Improvement Manager
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Drive operational excellence and performance by leading continuous improvement initiatives, deploying lean methodologies, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve significant gains in safet...
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Optimize laboratory operations by leading a diverse team in production control, ensuring efficient material management and compliance. Drive strategic planning and logistics integration to support mis...
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Lead the charge in change management delivery for complex initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to develop strategies that enhance readiness, adoption, and business outcomes while coaching practit...
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Lead the charge in optimizing operations and enhancing client satisfaction by managing teams, implementing strategies, and driving performance metrics to achieve business objectives and operational ex...
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Senior Product Manager (Athena)
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Champion the Athena member experience by leading cross-functional teams to enhance vulnerability management and remediation processes, ensuring a seamless workflow for enterprise customers in a fast-p...
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Discover a transformative role where you'll turn complex workflows into streamlined products. Collaborate with teams to drive product development, leveraging AI tools and data to enhance efficiency an...
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Drive the program management of product development from ideation to market, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and ensure timely delivery. Ideal for a self-starter who thr...
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Advance product development by managing end-to-end processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving timelines. This role requires a proactive approach to navigate ambiguity and ensure...
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Join us to drive the development and validation of innovative thermal components, ensuring optimal design and manufacturability within the Rechargeable Energy Storage System. Collaborate across teams...
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Transform the future of energy systems by leading the design and validation of innovative thermal components. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and manufacturability, driving exce...
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Revenue Operations Systems Manager
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Champion the optimization and management of our revenue technology stack, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and streamline operations. Drive strategic initiatives an...
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Drive operational excellence by leading logistics teams, optimizing fleet management, and enhancing productivity. Collaborate across departments to ensure efficient transportation systems and deliver...
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Lead the charge in complex forensic investigations, developing strategies and conducting analyses to address fraud and misconduct. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance controls and provi...
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Project Manager- Interoperability
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Join a team that's driving healthcare innovation by managing enterprise-wide projects. Leverage your expertise in project management and interoperability to enhance operational processes and deliver s...
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Transform advanced communications for airborne platforms by leading project execution, integrating user-focused solutions, and ensuring alignment with DoD requirements. Drive innovation and enhance op...
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Champion the integration of systems engineering and Agile methodologies to enhance software development for NASIC. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to define product vision and deliver solutions...
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Oversee complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction to completion, managing budgets, schedules, and teams while ensuring quality and client satisfaction across various sectors, inclu...
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Join us to lead a multimillion-dollar construction supply project, managing schedules, budgets, and stakeholder relationships. Drive successful execution while ensuring quality and sustainability in a...
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Optimize project outcomes by managing multiple commercial glazing projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams, oversee budgets, and ensure operational goals are met while driving con...
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Shape the future of client relationships by managing program execution and enhancing messaging solutions. Drive growth through effective communication, proposal development, and performance analysis a...
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Engage with clients to enhance messaging solutions, manage proposals, and drive account growth. Oversee program performance and deliver impactful communications while collaborating across teams to ens...
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Oversee project management from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams and vendors, managing multiple projects to maintain high standards in fa...
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What does a Release Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.