Job Description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.


We are seeking an experienced

Release Manager

to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in establishing and managing release processes, particularly in environments utilizing DevOps CI/CD. This role requires a strategic thinker who can efficiently collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless software deployments.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage release processes tailored to our organization's needs Coordinate with development, testing, and operations teams to ensure smooth and timely delivery of software products Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of release activities, including defining the scope of each release Monitor and manage risks related to the release process, proactively addressing any issues that might impact deployment schedules or quality Maintain documentation for release procedures, dependencies, and notifications; ensure compliance with internal audit requirements Continuously evaluate and improve release management strategies to enhance productivity and minimize errors Conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go decisions Provide guidance and support to junior team members and foster a collaborative team environment

Requirements

10-15 years of experience in release management, DevOps, or similar roles in a high-paced software delivery environment Proficiency in CI/CD workflows and release orchestration Background in risk assessment and impact analysis with flexibility to use various mitigation strategies Understanding of software development lifecycle and deployment methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.) Showcase of leadership skills with proven experience managing cross-functional teams and initiatives Familiarity with creating and maintaining release documentation to align with audit and compliance standards Capability to work with tools and technologies such as Jenkins, GitHub/GitLab, and Bitbucket in a release management capacity Looking for joiners immediate to 30 days only

Nice to have

Familiarity with AWS, CircleCI, and TerraformCloud for release orchestration in cloud environments Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerization processes within CI/CD pipelines Experience handling advanced CI/CD configurations and optimizations across various tools and systems

We offer

Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects Focused individual development Benefit package: + Health benefits
+ Retirement benefits
+ Paid time off
+ Flexible benefits
* Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)