Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Overview

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office.

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Release Manager with a strong background in the Java technology stack and experience in .NET/SSIS as a value-add. The ideal candidate will oversee and coordinate the deployment of software releases across multiple environments, ensuring high-quality delivery and minimal disruption. This role requires exceptional technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Release Management:

Plan, schedule, and coordinate software releases, ensuring smooth and timely deployment across environments.

Define and maintain release processes, including continuous integration, delivery pipelines, and deployment strategies.

Manage dependencies and risks associated with software releases.

Technical Oversight:

Review, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in the Java-based applications during release cycles.

Leverage experience with .NET and SSIS for integration and data-related processes when required.

Collaborate with development and QA teams to resolve technical bottlenecks.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Serve as the main point of contact for release activities, ensuring alignment between engineering, product management, and operations teams.

Communicate release plans, schedules, and post-release performance metrics to stakeholders.

Environment Management:

Ensure the stability and consistency of staging, testing, and production environments.

Coordinate with DevOps to maintain infrastructure readiness and automate deployment pipelines.

Process Improvement:

Identify opportunities to enhance release processes and implement best practices.

Drive the adoption of tools and methodologies that improve deployment speed and reliability.

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance

Preferred Qualifications

Technical Expertise:

Proficiency in Java technology stack, including frameworks like Spring Boot and Hibernate.

Hands-on experience with .NET development and SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) is a strong plus.

Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).

Release Management:

5+ years of experience in release or deployment management roles.

Strong knowledge of release and configuration management tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Azure DevOps).

Database and Integration:

Proficiency in SQL databases and experience with data migration/integration processes.

Familiarity with SSIS package design and deployment.

Problem Solving & Communication:

Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues during the release process.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skillsets

• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Certification in ITIL, Agile, or DevOps.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

First Citizens Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military membership, application, or obligation, or any other legally protected status.