Release Manager
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
On Prem Planning Timelines Scheduling Operations Kubernetes Communication Microservices Change Control Safety Assurance Containerization Agile Methodology Docker (Software) Release Management Business Valuation Amazon Web Services Full Stack Development Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Critical Illness Insurance Systems Development Life Cycle Monolithic Software Architecture, We are hiring a Release Manager to join our team in Madison, Wisconsin.
Responsibilities
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Own release planning, scheduling, and execution end-to-end
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Coordinate across development, platform, QA, and operations teams
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Manage release timelines, dependencies, and risks
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Lead deployment activities and release calls
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Ensure change control, approvals, and rollback readiness
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Communicate release status, schedules, and issues
Requirements
Experience managing software releases in complex environments
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Strong understanding of Agile, SDLC, and DevOps
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Experience working across cloud (AWS/GCP), on-prem, and legacy systems
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Familiarity with microservices, monolithic systems, and integrations
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Exposure to containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
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Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, Windsor, WIOn-Site Gemba Sorting Editing Auditing Coaching Management RACI Matrix Communication Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Problem Solving Process Mapping Project Management Lean Manufacturing Kaizen Methodology Lean Methodologies Process Improvement Microsoft PowerPoint Six Sigma Green Belt Relationship Building Development Environment Distributed Control Systems Continuous Improvement Process +0 Process Engineer Actalent Madison, WIRemote Writing AutoCAD Planning Teamwork Budgeting Visionary Leadership Automation Enthusiasm Innovation Purchasing Positivity Reliability Procurement Scale (Map) Coordinating Calculations Commissioning Heat Transfer Systems Design Process Design Dairy Industry Follow Through Professionalism Microsoft Excel Team Leadership Cooling Systems Valves (Piping) Site Assessment Production Line Microsoft Office Active Listening SolidWorks (CAD) AutoCAD Plant 3D Project Management Thermal Management Process Improvement Process Engineering Project Coordination Process Architecture Process Flow Diagrams Packaging And Labeling Valid Driver's License Artificial Intelligence Critical Illness Insurance Request For Quotation (RFQ) Standard Operating Procedure Interpersonal Communications Cross-Functional Collaboration Piping And Instrumentation Diagram
Benefits & conditions
This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $62.10 - $62.10/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
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Medical, dental & vision
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Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
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401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
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Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)