Release Manager

We are actively seeking a Release Manager to own the release governance process and serve as the go/no-go authority for all production deployments.

In this role you will ensure every release meets quality security and compliance standards before reaching production. The Release Manager coordinates across all value streams QA Governance DevOps and SRE so deployments are controlled repeatable and low risk. This role reports to the Director of Q&R Engineering. This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-moving environment. We value leaders who lead from the front - setting direction while staying close to the details. Youll build frameworks coach teams and contribute directly alongside the people you lead.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in release management DevOps management or deployment engineering roles.

• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines deployment automation and release governance.
• Experience with Azure DevOps GitHub Actions or similar CI/CD platforms.
• Experience managing release processes for complex multi-team environments.
• Understanding of rollback strategies blue/green deployments canary releases and feature flags.
• Strong understanding of QA processes regression testing and production monitoring.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (Azure preferred) and containerized deployments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills - able to coordinate across multiple teams under time pressure.
• Experience in insurance or financial services technology is a plus.
• ITIL DevOps or release management certifications are a plus.
• Demonstrated player/coach leadership style - you set the strategy AND roll up your sleeves to execute. Youre comfortable building the first version of a process template or deliverable yourself rather than waiting for your team to be in place.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:

Join Our Team & Make an Impact! At Orion180 we dont just meet expectations we exceed them. If youre ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a growing forward-thinking company apply today!

• Dynamic Environment: On-site role with a fast-paced and collaborative team culture. Results-driven office where your contributions make a real impact.
• Compensation: Competitive base pay and performance bonuses.
• Career Growth: Mentorship growth tracks and professional development.
• Benefits: Medical dental vision 401k paid holidays PTO and more!

ACTION Required: As part of our hiring process we ask applicants to complete a brief assessment designed to provide insight into work style preferences and alignment with the role and our team. The assessment takes approximately 20 minutes and request that you complete this prior to your scheduled screening time of your choice. You can access the assessment here: TRAITS Assessment

The office environment is fast-paced and collaborative. An employee must be willing and able to work their regularly assigned work schedule onsite and in times of need be able to work an extended schedule depending on company or departmental needs project requirements or customer demands.

While performing general duties for this position the employee is regularly required to sit stand and/or walk around (including the use of stairs). Other demands include the ability to openly communicate with others by talking listening comprehending and reading; being able to lift light objects (<25 lbs); and using standard office equipment such as computers printers and addition there is an occasional need to bend twist or squat down to open/close cabinets and reach for files or other standard office-type objects.

Orion180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process. Applicants who need accommodations may email to request assistance.

Required Experience:

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