Release Manager

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.)