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.
$110K - $130K *
Champion partner relationships by driving acquisition, onboarding, and business outcomes. Own the full lifecycle of partnerships, develop joint plans, and measure results to fuel growth in a dynamic...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager, Orchestration Platform
$123K - $158K *
Unlock your potential by leading the orchestration platform strategy, defining product interfaces, and driving roadmap success for a core infrastructure that supports multiple products and enhances tr...
1 week ago
Product Manager, Orchestration Platform
$150K - $192K *
Pioneer the orchestration platform that drives remittance transactions. Lead product strategy, define core capabilities, and ensure seamless integration for future products while balancing reliability...
1 week ago
$140K - $185K *
Transform project delivery by managing IT initiatives for California agencies. Collaborate with state staff to ensure timely, budget-compliant outcomes while leveraging Agile methodologies and large s...
1 week ago
$140K - $250K *
Champion innovative product strategies to enhance restaurant operations, driving growth through collaboration and rapid execution. Engage closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, ensu...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Operations Lead - Product Change
$80K - $95K *
Lead the execution of product launches, ensuring readiness and adoption across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive operational change and enhance processes, while managing metri...
1 week ago
Operations Lead - Product Change
$80K - $95K *
Empower teams by managing product launches from readiness to adoption. Oversee training, communications, and metrics to ensure successful rollouts. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operationa...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the integration of federated SSO for cloud applications, collaborating with vendors and stakeholders to streamline processes, track project progress, and enhance Azure Marketplace offerings thro...
Reposted 2 days ago
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through innovative automation testing. You'll develop robust frameworks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our IT Asset Ma...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform enterprise implementations by planning, executing, and delivering identity verification and access management projects, ensuring alignment with customer objectives and on-time, on-budget del...
1 week ago
Sr. Project Manager - Client Delivery
$110K - $130K *
Explore opportunities to lead cross-functional teams and manage client projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget while fostering effective communication and collaboration. Elevate project outc...
3 weeks ago
Implementation Manager, Engine X
$140K - $150K *
Transform customer engagement by driving the adoption of a cutting-edge spend management solution, working closely with clients and internal teams to ensure seamless onboarding and growth across diver...
Reposted 5 days ago
$75K - $95K *
Drive operational excellence by managing finance, compliance, and HR functions. Collaborate closely with leadership to ensure smooth operations, timely reporting, and effective resource management whi...
2 weeks ago
Collections Operations Manager
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of collections by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and enhancing customer experiences for a diverse clientele. Drive performance metrics and compliance while buil...
2 days ago
Project Manager, Carbon Operations
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in advancing carbon operations by driving MRV strategies, engaging stakeholders, and optimizing wastewater treatment initiatives to ensure effective carbon credit validation and sales...
1 week ago
Project Manager, Carbon Operations
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in carbon operations and wastewater management. You'll lead measurement, reporting, and verification strategies while engaging with stakeholders to enhance projec...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the development of enterprise-grade AI agents, driving impactful integrations for construction companies. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to enhance our platform and deliver innovat...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion the development of enterprise-grade AI agents, driving product initiatives and integrations for construction companies. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to enhance our platform a...
3 days ago
$180K - $240K *
Drive success by managing customer-specific engineering requests, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to prioritize and streamline processes, transforming custom...
1 week ago
Senior Program Manager - Lead-to-Cash Transformation
$120K - $145K *
Champion transformation initiatives by leading complex programs that optimize business processes across diverse teams, driving significant results in operational efficiency and customer experience...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Program Manager - Lead-to-Cash Transformation
$120K - $145K *
Drive successful execution of a multi-year Lead-to-Cash transformation program, managing diverse workstreams while ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across stakeholders and exec...
Reposted 3 days ago
$75K - $105K *
Tackle comprehensive project management for onboarding HME providers, driving digital transformation across healthcare. Collaborate strategically, enhance platform adoption, and leverage data insights...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee the Customer Journey in DevSecOps, managing CI/CD pipelines and supporting customer teams through their lifecycle. Leverage your expertise in software lifecycle mana...
2 weeks ago
Staff Technical Program Manager, Release Management
$163K - $261K *
Partner with us to optimize release operations for our scaling autonomous fleet. You will lead release train execution and automation efforts, ensuring safety compliance while enhancing cross-function...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Technical Program Manager, Release Management
$181K - $290K *
Drive the charge in automating release operations for our expanding fleet. This hands-on role focuses on scaling and safety while balancing release architecture with daily execution. Ideal for proacti...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
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.