Release Manager

The Release Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all software releases across the client's environments. This role ensures version control, deployment integrity, rollback readiness, and cross-team communication with CAB and stakeholders. The Release Manager will work closely with DevOps, QA, Infrastructure, and Support teams to ensure timely and successful deployments across all environments.

• Key Responsibilities
• Own and manage the release calendar across multiple initiatives
• Coordinate deployments across Dev, Test, Stage, and Production environments
• Ensure version control and artifact tracking using GitHub, Azure DevOps, and ADO pipelines
• Facilitate CAB meetings and obtain approvals for production releases
• Define and document rollback procedures and contingency plans
• Track release metrics and maintain release documentation and history
• Collaborate with CI / CD Engineers to integrate release gates and approval workflows
• Communicate release status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and leadership
• Ensure compliance with audit and governance standards during release cycles
• Support disaster recovery readiness through version and artifact management
• Required Skills & Experience
• 5+ years of experience in release management or DevOps coordination
• Strong understanding of CI / CD pipelines, Git versioning, and deployment automation
• Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and hybrid infrastructure environments
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent releases and coordinate across teams
• Familiarity with CAB processes, rollback planning, and compliance requirements
• Experience with monitoring tools and post-release validation
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in retail or enterprise IT environments
• Knowledge of disaster recovery planning and execution
• Familiarity with Rubrik, Dynatrace, and Logic Monitor
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, Agile)
• Experience with D365 or large ERP implementations a plus
• About Brooksource

Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type : Contract

Pay : $60.00 - $70.00 per hour

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Work Location : Hybrid remote in Janesville, WI 53546

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