Release and Environment Manager
Job Type - Fixed Term Contract (under Client's Payroll)
Duration - 9 months (extendable as well)
Location - Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom
Position Summary: The Release and Environment Manager will be responsible for managing and optimizing the release cycle and environment configurations across our applications. This role involves decision-making authority over the release process and requires extensive experience with Azure environments, Docker, React, Angular, Oracle Database, Node.js, environment management, and Kubernetes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Release Cycle Management:
* Lead and make strategic decisions regarding the release cycle to ensure timely and successful application deployments.
* Develop and manage release plans and schedules in coordination with project timelines and business needs.
* Implement and manage best practices for release management processes.
* Environment Management:
* Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of development, testing, and production environments.
* Ensure environments are secure, scalable, and consistent with organizational standards.
* Troubleshoot and resolve environment-related issues swiftly to minimize downtime.
* Technical Expertise:
* Utilize Azure, Docker, and Kubernetes to manage application deployments and infrastructure.
* Work closely with development teams using React, Angular, Node.js, and Oracle Database to optimize application performance and deployment pipelines.
* Implement automation tools to streamline deployment processes and reduce manual interventions.
* Collaboration and Leadership:
* Collaborate with development, operations, and business teams to align on release schedules and objectives.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on release status, issues, and resolutions.
* Mentor and guide team members in best practices for release and environment management.
* Continuous Improvement:
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement strategies to enhance release efficiency and environment stability.
* Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our release and environment management practices.
Preferred Skills:
* Experience with CI/CD tools and practices.
* Knowledge of Agile and DevOps methodologies.
* Relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Certified, Kubernetes Certified) are a plus.