Release manager job description

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!
Job Title: Release ManagerManager/Supervisor: VP, Global Technology OperationsFLSA Status: Exempt

Position overview:
Our Global Infrastructure team is looking for an experienced and passionate Release Manager to join our team. In this role, you are responsible for scheduling, coordinating and the management of releases across the enterprise for multiple applications across various portfolios. This position also works with IT management to improve the software engineering processes and practices associated with continuously building, deploying, and updating software and environments.
JOB / DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
Define and improve the existing release and deployment process Scheduling, managing, and coordinating releases across multiple applications within various portfolios across different teams and projects.Provide tools and services to help product management and project teams manage and deploy releases into production.Responsible for implementing and managing release processes for code through development, test, and production environments Maintains the release schedule for all core services and ensure alignment across key partners and vendors.Assist in managing projects and interdependencies to ensure milestone adherence to ensure the integrity of the release can be measured.Manage risks and resolves issues that affect release scope, schedule, and quality.Conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go reviews.

Skills/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent3+ years release and project management experience.Experience with Agile software development and advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle Experience in the use of Application Release Automation tools.Knowledge of traditional agile methodologies, including Scrum, Waterfall, or KanbanScripting skills, specifically around configuration, build and release functions Demonstrated experience with managing changesets or other change management processes Understanding of CI/CD, branching and release strategies Ability to organize and execute complex release planning Excellent communications skills and extensive experience working with technical teams and management.Ability to work in highly cross-functional capacity with distributed teams

NOTE: This position is eligible for 100% remote working arrangements (may work from home/virtually 100%; may also work hybrid on-site/virtual as desired). #LI-Remote

With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description

At Discover, be part of a culture where diversity, teamwork and collaboration reign. Join a company that is just as employee-focused as it is on its customers and is consistently awarded for both. We're all about people, and our employees are why Discover is a great place to work. Be the reason we help millions of consumers build a brighter financial future and achieve yours along the way with a rewarding career.

As a Lead Release Engineer, you will be responsible for the Release Management life-cycle which includes scheduling, coordinating and managing releases across the Agile Release Train (ART). Releases include but are not limited to application updates, operating system patches, security improvements and hardware upgrades. The Release Manager also recommends the tools and services to help product management and scrum teams manage and deploy releases into the ART's non-production and production environments.

How You'll Do It

• Manages relationships and coordinates work between different teams across all locations. Partners with scrum and system teams to create awareness of priority and schedule of deployment activities through environments to ensure the focus is sustained on the highest priority technical and business features. Works with stakeholders to prioritize and schedule features for release. Leads developers to understand impacts of branches and code merges.
• Plans release windows and cycles across the Portfolio/ ART, managing and resolving issues that affect scope, schedule and quality. Leads the coordinating release content and effort based on the prioritization of business value. Measures and monitors progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time and within budget.
• Conducts Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go reviews. Leads and coordinates Go-Live activities including execution of deployment plans and Checklists

Qualifications You'll Need

The Basics:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Information Technology
• 3+ years' experience in Software Release Management or related and DevOps/Automation or related
• In Lieu of Education Experience 3+ years of experience in Software Release Management, DevOps/Automation or related

Preferred Qualifications

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience using Jira, rally and Miro
• Strong verbal and presentation skills #LI-BG1 #Remote

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants - with respect. Discover Financial Services is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). We thrive on diversity & inclusion. You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Discover.

Motorsport Games, a Motorsport Network company, combines innovative and engaging video games with exciting esports competitions and content for racing fans and gamers around the globe. The Company is the officially licensed video game developer and publisher for iconic motorsport racing series including NASCAR, INDYCAR, 24 Hours of Le Mans and the British Touring Car Championship ("BTCC"). Motorsport Games is an award-winning esports partner of choice for 24 Hours of Le Mans, Formula E, BTCC, the FIA World Rallycross Championship and the eNASCAR Heat Pro League among others.

A publicly listed company on the NASDAQ, Motorsport Games is headquartered in Miami, Florida, with additional offices located in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Australia, and Russia.

Motorsport Games is looking for a Release Manager to join our growing video game portfolio. From product creation and configuration to certification submission and release, you will own all aspects of the release pipeline, providing visibility and clear communication around release plans, and ensuring each release is as smooth as possible.
Responsibilities

Maintain and champion a comprehensive Release Calendar to aid in cross-team and cross-org release communication. Manage the creation and maintenance of all products within First Party portals, from product code to feature setup Manage user access in all First party portals for users throughout the organization on all products. Own the submission process from front to back, including the communication and escalation path for FQA reports, waiver requests, and resubmissions Ensure quality releases by reviewing code submissions, deployment plans, storefront content, metadata, and physical packaging for compliance with submission guidelines. Maintain and champion a comprehensive Release Calendar to aid in cross-team and cross-org release communication Facilitate Go/No-Go decisions. Implement scalable processes to accommodate variable release size and complexity. Maintain release documentation and manage key information such as build and release procedures, dependencies, and notification lists. • Maintain awareness of all team projects and major initiatives/goals. Contribute to improvements with our release procedures, to make them more repeatable, consistent, and less error prone Keep up to date with our platforms' submission portals and certification requirements through review of store portals, and direct communication with external store partners. Communicate any upcoming deadlines to our internal development teams. Collaborate with internal partners, and seek out opportunities to leverage knowledge and share best practices when it comes to release procedures



Requirements



Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. 3+ years of experience as a Release Manager, Producer, or related experience. Experience with submission process, certification requirements, store portals for one or more partner platforms (Xbox, Windows, iOS, Android, Switch, PS4, Amazon) The ability to coordinate effectively in a multi-team environment. Must be detail-oriented, highly organized, and self-directed. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, able to convey appropriate level of detail for each target audience. Strong time-management skills with the ability to handle fluctuating priorities and projects in a consistent manner Excellent problem resolution and decision-making skills


How you will be successful


Communication: You have impeccable written and verbal communication with the ability to translate technical information in a non-technical format. Bias for Action: You have an eagerness to take initiative and persist in accomplishing objectives despite ambiguity, obstacles, or setbacks. You work to resolve requests and incidents with a high sense of urgency and ownership. Great people skills: You know the "how" is as important as the "what" and you aim to build effective relationships across the organizations, as well as externally with 3rd parties. You are mindful of diverse perspectives and engage clients in a professional manner. Passion and Pride in your work: You love what you do and how you can add value to your clients; You ensure consistency and quality of your work and take a methodical approach to troubleshooting and resolution. Logical and analytical: You're able to distill and synthesize complex ideas into concise, meaningful information to clients. You're adept at prioritization and project management with attentiveness to detail and consistent follow-through. Growth mindset: You thrive in a dynamic and fluid environment because you are a self-starter who is eager to learn, grow and build something great together; building and enhancing programs appeals to you. You have a desire to stay current on technology trends and Information Technology concepts.



Benefits


Competitive salary, corporate benefits and the opportunity to define the future of racing from within an exciting, growing and friendly international games company