Job Description :
Job role : Release Manager

Location : Chicago , IL

experience in information systems operations environment in systems analysis or development
Need to interface and communicate with Test Managers, Dev Managers, IT Ops and PMO on a daily basis
Plan release windows and cycles across a portfolios and generate and Weekly Release Reporting
Manage risks and resolve issues that affect release scope, schedule and quality
Measure and monitor progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time and within budget
Coordinate release content and effort based on service request backlog, pending service requests, third party applications

Communicate all key project plans, commitments, and changes including requirements, QA plans, schedule, and scope changes
Manage relationships and coordinate work between different teams at different locations
Conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go reviews
Communicate release details and schedules to the Business as required

Work with release engineers to understand impacts of branches and code merges
Maintain release schedule for all core services and ensure alignment across key partners and vendors
Continually work towards making improvements in the release process
Lead and co-ordinate the Go-Live activities including the execution of the deployment Plans and checklists
Develops scripts and automation tools used to build, integrate, and deploy software releases to various platforms
Participate in CAB meetings to discuss release scope and/or roadblocks

Maintain a release repository and manages key information such as build and release procedures, dependencies, and notification lists
Demonstrated effective leadership and analytical skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills are a must
             

Similar Jobs you may be interested in ..