Job Description

Northwest Partners is partnering with a premier client in the financial technology industry to hire a full-time Senior Release Engineer . This role will lead the release engineering process to ensure efficient deployment of software updates and enhancements. Leveraging expertise in release management, configuration management, and deployment oversight, the Senior Release Engineer will play a key role in streamlining processes and driving operational excellence.

What YOU will do

Release Management Leadership:

• Develop and implement release strategies, plans, and schedules that align with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to coordinate and execute release activities.

Configuration Management:

• Manage configuration baselines and version control systems to maintain software integrity.
• Implement and maintain automated release pipelines to improve deployment efficiency.

Deployment Oversight:

• Direct deployment of software updates and enhancements to production environments, monitoring for and addressing issues.
• Establish and enforce release policies and procedures to ensure consistency and reliability.

Release Documentation and Improvement:

• Maintain comprehensive release documentation, including release notes, deployment instructions, and rollback procedures.
• Continuously evaluate and improve release management processes and tools based on best practices and stakeholder feedback.

What YOU will bring us

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a relevant discipline with 4 6 years of experience in a related field (equivalent experience considered in lieu of a degree).
• Strong expertise in release engineering principles and practices.
• Proficiency in configuring, installing, maintaining, and upgrading computer systems hardware and software.
• Experience administering version control systems and implementing release automation tools.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities for resolving complex technical challenges.
• Detail-oriented approach with a focus on accuracy and quality in release processes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills for coordinating cross-functional teams.

Additional Skills Preferred:

• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, including repositories, branching, PRs, and pipelines.
• Scripting experience with JavaScript, Python, or Java.
• Ability to work with REST APIs and databases.

Comprehensive benefits available to full-time employees.

About Northwest Partners
Northwest Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. At Northwest Partners, we are dedicated to moving at the speed of innovation. We work with clients across the globe to provide exceptional knowledge, talent, and resources. As a trusted partner, we merge the client's vision with our expertise to deliver powerful results. Northwest Partners is known for building and managing elite teams in technology across diverse industries. Our mission is to empower every talent and every client to achieve more.

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