IT Release Manager - Aloden LLC

Location: Kennesaw, GA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Candidate Preference: Local candidates or those willing to relocate to Kennesaw, GA, or Chicago, IL

Work Authorization: W2 Candidates Only

Years of Experience: 8+ years

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• Release Management: 7+ years of experience as a Release Manager, overseeing and coordinating software releases.
• Project Planning and Execution: Proven track record in project planning, scheduling, and ensuring successful delivery of releases.
• Agile/Scrum: Experience as a Scrum Master or Release Train Engineer, demonstrating a strong understanding of Agile methodologies and practices.
• ITSM Tools: Familiarity with at least one ITSM tool, such as BMC Remedy or ServiceNow.
• Reporting: Proficiency in Tableau for creating and analyzing release-related reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities:

• Release Planning and Coordination: Define and manage the release schedule, ensuring alignment with business objectives and IT priorities.
• Stakeholder Management: Communicate effectively with project teams, development teams, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth release process.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with releases, implementing necessary controls.
• Deployment Management: Oversee the deployment process, ensuring successful deployment of releases to production environments.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of release management.
• Agile Facilitation: Facilitate team planning ceremonies, provide guidance on Agile/Waterfall frameworks, and ensure seamless coordination across teams.
• Reporting & Insights: Utilize Tableau to create reports and dashboards that track release progress, identify bottlenecks, and provide actionable insights.