Release Manager (Engineer)

Cadre
United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) JIRA Microsoft Azure DevOps Github Release Management Software Engineering Management of Software Versions Git Devsecops Jenkins

Job description

As a Release Manager (Engineer) you’ll be entrusted to lead enterprise-level software release orchestration supporting federal IT modernization programs. You will operate at the intersection of engineering, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and program delivery to drive secure, compliant, and high-velocity releases across complex environments., * Architect, manage, and optimize release management lifecycles across development, testing, staging, and production environments.

  • Establish and enforce release governance frameworks including change control, versioning, rollback strategies, and audit traceability.
  • Integrate release processes with CI/CD pipelines using DevOps toolchains such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps.
  • Ensure releases comply with federal security standards including NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and VA security controls.
  • Coordinate across engineering, QA, product, cybersecurity, and government stakeholders to maintain release alignment.
  • Maintain release calendars, deployment schedules, and risk registers.
  • Lead go/no-go release decisions based on readiness criteria and risk assessments., Keeping people satisfied is no small undertaking. At CADRE, our commitment to supporting employees extends further than conventional benefits. While we offer competitive industry-standard packages, our focus goes beyond transactional care.

This is why we developed the CADRE Cares Program which encompasses a range of benefits and initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall well-being and job satisfaction of employees.

We want to support our employees at the times they need it the most. We envision unwavering commitment to our employees that sets a new standard for compassionate and impactful business practices.

  • CADRE Convoy Program: A dedicated support system designed to cater to your individual needs and enhance your overall well-being, no matter where you are.
  • CADRE Connect Program: A series of intentional touchpoints, events, and initiatives that promote open communication, and encourages continuous growth and development among its team members.
  • CADRE Compensation Program:
  • 401k Safe Harbor Plans with matching & immediate vesting
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
  • Paid Time Off: Holidays, Vacation, Wellness, & Personal Leave Plans
  • Continuing Education & Training Budget
  • Office & Technology Budget
  • Cell Phone Budget
  • Wellness & Healthy Living Budget
  • Awards & Bonuses
  • Profit Sharing Plans

Requirements

Do you have experience in Team leadership?, * 6+ years of experience in Release Management, DevOps Engineering, or Software Delivery Leadership.

  • Experience managing complex, multi-team release cycles in enterprise environments.
  • Strong expertise with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automation frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience with Jira, Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Profit sharing

About the company

We’re more than a government contracting company. We’re a cadre, a specialized team finely honed in providing innovative solutions that meet the complex and evolving needs of government agencies. We strategically mobilize, manage, and maintain specialized cadres using our RO(M³) model.

CADRE GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.

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