We are looking for an experienced Release Manager with strong project management and Agile coordination skills to oversee the release process for our legacy .NET Framework applications and newer microservices-based applications. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a similar role and demonstrate a structured, organized approach with strong interpersonal skills.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate release schedules across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Plan and oversee all release activities.
• Coordinate with partner stakeholders to ensure timelines and deliverables align with their expectations.
• Ensure release readiness by tracking dependencies, risks, and required approvals.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Developers, QAs, and other teams to ensure successful product delivery.
• Perform release readiness assessments, milestone evaluations, and business go/no-go reviews.
• Work with teams to define scope, set priorities, and align release goals with business needs.
• Track project milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure on-time completion.
• Ensure transparency in project status through reporting and communication.
• Define and track key performance indicators for Agile teams
• Generate and present reports on team performance, release status, and project health
• Use JIRA, Azure DevOps, or other tracking tools to monitor work progress and team efficiency
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies.
• Support Agile best practices and ensure continuous improvement within teams.
• Remove blockers and ensure teams remain productive and focused.

 

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Release Manager/Delivery Manager/Lead Scrum Master or in a similar role.
• In-depth understanding of Agile frameworks and best practices for Agile delivery.
• Strong understanding of .NET Framework and microservices architecture.
• Experience with release management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps etc.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Problem-solving skills to manage risks and resolve conflicts.
• Structured and organized personality to maintain a smooth release process.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management or Agile certifications are preferred.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

 

We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any stage of our hiring process, please advise us when completing your application.