Information Technology Release Manager II

Information Technology Release Manager II

Solugenix is assisting a client, a health insurance company, in their search for an Information Technology Release Manager II . This is a 6+ month contract to hire opportunity based out of Los Angeles, CA (Remote).

The Information Technology (IT) Release Manager II plays a pivotal role in the successful delivery of software releases by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business priorities. This position coordinates release readiness planning, and release schedules and manages resources during release execution. Collaborates with IT cross-functional teams to ensure change control requirements are met.

Key responsibilities include overseeing the packaging and deployment of software, and ensuring all components are accurately bundled and documented. The Release Manager II works closely with quality assurance teams to optimize testing processes and validate release readiness. Additionally, this position involves assessing and mitigating risks associated with releases, ensuring any potential impacts are communicated to stakeholders in a timely manner.

The Release Manager II also establishes and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of release processes, facilitating continuous improvement. Monitoring post-release performance, this position requires collaboration with support teams to address customer issues swiftly. This position serves as a critical link between development, operations, and business stakeholders, contributing to a seamless release process and enhancing overall software quality.

Qualifications Required :

• Bachelor's Degree OR In lieu of degree, equivalent education and / or experience may be considered.
• At least 5 years of experience in strategic release planning and execution, including contributing to the development of release strategies and roadmaps aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
• Experience assisting in the execution of release plans to deliver quality software products on time.
• Experience implementing best practices and tools to support change and release management workflows and participating in measuring KPIs for performance insights.
• Experience supporting IT teamwork, assisting Release Managers, and fostering a culture of accountability and learning.
• Experience in stakeholder communication, managing relationships with senior management, customers, and partners, and sharing updates on release plans and progress.
• Experience in risk management, participating in assessing risks associated with releases, and supporting informed decision-making to mitigate potential impacts.

Required Skills :

Additional / Specific Skills :

Responsibilities :

Release Planning and Coordination :

Release Packaging and Deployment :

Quality Assurance and Testing :

Risk Management and Communication :

Post-release Support and Monitoring :

Professional License / Certification :

Required

Scrum Master or Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) - Intermediate certification (Service Transition).

Pay Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC : $65 / hour to $70.96 / hour. Starting rate of pay offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training and / or experience.

Solugenix is an equal opportunity employer and will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance.

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