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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Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on safety, quality, and productivity. Lead and mentor your team while collaborating across departments to achieve business objectives in a fast-paced envir...

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

$70K - $90K *

Advance team performance by mentoring and managing safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with support teams to achieve business objectives while ensuring a flexible schedule and maintaining o...

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

$163K - $282K *

Shape the future of product development by driving cross-functional collaboration, optimizing processes, and ensuring timely delivery of innovative solutions in a dynamic environment focused on AI and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$163K - $282K *

Transform cross-functional collaboration and drive product development efficiency by managing agile processes, aligning priorities, and mitigating risks to ensure successful project execution and impa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $188K *

Transform our global data center operations by leading high-performing teams, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence to meet rapid growth demands while ensuring safety and efficiency...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance in aerospace and defense by leading customer-focused initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance across programs while collaborating with cross-fun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Agile Project Manager, orchestrating program-level delivery in a hybrid environment. Leverage your leadership skills to navigate complex initiatives, ensuring alignment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Manage complex, multi-team initiatives as a Senior Agile Project Manager, bridging agile delivery and enterprise governance. Lead program orchestration, risk resolution, and strategic alignment in a d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $250K *

Take ownership of deploying and optimizing production systems across multiple environments. Leverage your full-stack engineering skills to enhance containerized applications and ensure system reliabil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate our Sales Development function by building and leading a high-performing SDR team. Design and implement outbound strategies that drive pipeline growth, collaborating with cross-functional team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $193K *

Transform the future of enterprise software by owning the product lifecycle, integrating solutions, and driving ARR growth through innovative strategies and customer-focused offerings that enhance ope...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Optimize the commissioning process for modular carbon capture systems, leading hands-on startup, testing, and operational handoff. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient deploymen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Join a team of expert engineers to innovate a Kubernetes resource management platform, enhancing DevOps productivity and addressing complex engineering problems in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $176K *

Elevate customer success by transforming renewal strategies through data-driven insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems, forecast renewals, and improve retention metrics f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead US regulatory safety and efficacy strategies in global projects, ensuring compliance and timely product approvals. Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders, guiding submissions and maintai...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Manage the safe and efficient operation of renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Supervise personnel, oversee maintenance, and collaborate across teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to ensure the safe and efficient operation of renewable energy projects. Lead maintenance and operational teams, manage budgets, and uphold compliance with industry standards while fos...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $135K *

Drive project success by managing timelines, budgets, and client communications. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient execution of electrical system testing and troubleshooting, while enhancing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform the onsite search experience across multiple B2B e-commerce platforms. Drive optimization strategies, collaborate with teams, and enhance user engagement through data-driven insights and inn...

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize the onsite search experience across multiple digital properties, enhancing user engagement and driving measurable business impact through strategic improvements and data-driven insights...

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

$110K - $115K *

Lead integrated healthcare campaigns, balancing hands-on delivery with mentoring. Drive project execution, manage risks, and ensure client satisfaction while overseeing a $5M portfolio. Foster teamwor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of healthcare project management, leading integrated campaigns while mentoring teams and ensuring excellence in execution, communication, and client relationships...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading complex healthcare projects, mentoring teams, and driving integrated campaigns. Collaborate across channels to deliver excellence while managing risks and fostering clie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare project management. Lead integrated initiatives, mentor talent, and drive excellence across diverse campaigns while fostering collaboration and innovation in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare project management through innovative strategies and collaborative execution. Lead integrated campaigns while mentoring a dynamic team, ensuring excellence in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.