Software Release Manager Jobs in Illinois

A Software Release Manager in the technology industry is responsible for overseeing the development, testing, deployment, and support of software releases. The main role involves managing the process of releasing high-quality software products on time and within budget. This includes coordinating with various teams such as development, quality assurance, and operations to ensure seamless and successful software releases. The Software Release Manager also plans, schedules, and controls the movement of releases to test and live environments, ensuring that the integrity of the live environment is protected and the correct components are released.

Key skills for a Software Release Manager include project management, strong technical acumen, problem-solving ability, and excellent communication skills. Familiarity with Agile methodologies, and software like JIRA, Confluence, and Jenkins is often required. A certification such as Certified Software Project Manager (CSPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) would be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Software Release Manager, a person may have roles such as a Software Developer, Quality Assurance Analyst, or IT Project Manager.

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Release Train Engineer

  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • 13 days ago

Description The Digital Modernization Sector has a career opportunity for a Release Train Engineer supporting the Global Solutions Management Operations II (GSM-O II) contract at DISA. This...

VP, Digital Release Train Engineer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Train Have a proven track record of leading and executing critical business initiatives Are passionate about working with large cross functional teams to deliver cutting edge features to clients Have c...

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Release Engineer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the release management process....

Release Train Engineer

  • Batavia, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Batavia, IL
  • 4 days ago

The Release Train Engineer (RTE) is a servant leader and coach for an Allied Value Stream (SAFe Agile Release Train), driving the planning, execution, and delivery of value in an Agile environment...

Finance Systems Change Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary The work you'll do Finance Systems is looking for a Change Manager to support the design, implementation, and evolution of change strategies and plans to engage, inspire, and...

Release Train Engineer Senior Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary Release Train Engineer Senior Manager Deloitte Human Capital The Human Capital Offering Portfolio focuses on helping organizations manage and improve their performance through...

Release Train Engineer Senior Manager Deloitte Human Capital The Human Capital Offering Portfolio focuses on helping organizations manage and improve their performance through their most important...

Project & Change Manager, Global Sourcing

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 13 days ago

Job Description The Project & Change Manager will be a member of the Sourcing Center of Excellence team. The Project and Change Manager will oversee sourcing projects while managing change...

Organizational Change Manager

  • Chillicothe, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chillicothe, IL
  • 13 days ago

Description This position is for a change management consultant - this role interfaces with multiple clients and the expectation is for them to sit with the client at their site if that's what the...

Operations Change Manager - 15625469-5322

  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago

at DLR LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Title: Operations Change Manager Location: Dallas, TX, Austin, TX, Chicago, IL Your role As part of the Global Operations...

Change Manager/Analyst (IT)

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 20 days ago

Responsibilities Position Responsibilities: Manage the lifecycle of change requests and drive continuous improvements to enhance the quality and efficiency of the change management process across...

Associate Software Release Engineer

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 20 days ago

Responsibilities Software Release Management: Assist in coordinating and managing software releases using Azure DevOps....

Change Manager

  • Springfield, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 24 days ago

LRS Primary Navigation Who We Are History ( Company Overview Leadership ( A Message from Our CEO What We Believe ( Our Mission LRS Philosophy & Values ( Community Involvement Wilkerson ( Divisions...

Operations Change Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago

Position Title: Operations Change Manager Location: Dallas, TX, Austin, TX, Chicago, IL Your role As part of the Global Operations Training team, the Operations Change Manager will play a pivotal...

IT Change and Release Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago

Stakeholder satisfaction scores for change and release management processes. Compliance rate with internal and external standards....

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Salary for Software Release Manager Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Software Release Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
35.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Associate's Degree
6.7%
High School or GED
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Software Release Managers in Illinois
2-4 years
38.1%
4-6 years
28.6%
1-2 years
14.3%
8-10 years
9.5%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%



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