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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$83K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of program management, leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational excellence through effective communication and data-dr...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving the strategy and execution of core user-facing products, impacting the life sciences sector. Collaborate with design and engineering to deliver polished AI-native experienc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by owning product strategy and driving innovative solutions that enhance the drug development lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging data analytics and engineering methodologies to enhance operational performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Collaborate across teams...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving continuous improvement across operations. Utilize data analytics and engineering methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while collaborating wi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $190K *

Empower innovation by leading cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure resources, drive strategic capacity planning, and enhance product delivery in a rapidly evolving AI landscape. Shape imp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage all revenue accounting aspects, drive compliance with ASC 606, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize revenue recognition and reporting processes, enhancing operational efficiency and g...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the planning and execution of multiple ServiceNow projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Drive workflow migrations and compliance initiatives while collaborating across tea...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance our DevOps capabilities by developing CI/CD pipelines and integrating tools, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams and efficient deployment processes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $241K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading a Technical Program Management Office. Drive complex initiatives, build governance, and enhance collaboration across teams to achieve measurable business out...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $241K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading a Technical Program Management Office, driving complex initiatives across multiple sites. Collaborate with teams to establish governance, manage resources, a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Help us establish a robust PMO to drive enterprise transformation and manage complex technical initiatives. Lead program execution, build governance frameworks, and enhance collaboration across teams...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise transformation by leading a Technical Program Management Office, overseeing complex initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve measurable business outcomes and op...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $143K *

Shape the future of our software delivery with vision and innovation. Lead AI-driven automation and architect a dynamic CI/CD pipeline while ensuring reliability and speed in our global exchange platf...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $259K *

Lead the charge in owning the software release cycle, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams. Drive strategy and metrics for successful deployments as we sca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $259K *

Champion the end-to-end software release cycle, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams as we scale production of autonomous vehicles. Drive strategic release...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $287K *

Help us drive the software release cycle end-to-end, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams as we scale our autonomous vehicle deployment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving the Order-to-Cash roadmap, enhancing systems, and leading cross-functional initiatives to streamline operations and boost revenue in a dynamic B2B SaaS environment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic project management for complex electric substation projects. Oversee project scope, schedule, and cost while navigating challenges. Foster collaboration within teams and ensure effectiv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading data center construction initiatives. Oversee scope, schedule, and budget while managing a collaborative team to ensure quality and client satisfaction on complex p...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead ICT and controls project delivery for hyperscale data centers. Manage full lifecycle from design to commissioning, ensuring seamless integration of network infrastructure and m...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $162K *

Transform enterprise infrastructure by leading design and governance across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability, automate proces...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $155K *

Champion quality excellence in internal products and support new development. Drive audits, manage supplier quality, and improve standards to enhance reliability and performance across assigned areas...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive successful technology solution delivery and operational excellence by leading engineering teams, managing customer relationships, and ensuring project success across complex initiatives while fo...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal leadership role driving project delivery and portfolio management for mission-critical space defense initiatives, ensuring successful execution and collaboration across multidiscipli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.