Release Engineer | Hybrid| Bengaluru, India
At Degreed, we believe that learning is the key to unlocking opportunities. As the premier upskilling platform, we empower individuals to connect their skills and ambitions with meaningful growth opportunities. By integrating everything people use to learn—skill insights, courses, videos, articles, and projects—we create personalized pathways for career advancement. Our mission is to discover, empower, and celebrate the next generation of global expertise. Join us in shaping the future of learning and workforce development.
Role Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Release Manager/Release Engineer to oversee and manage the release lifecycle, from planning and coordination to deployment and post-release validation. This role ensures high-quality, timely software releases and promotes best practices in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and collaboration across teams.
As a key member of the team, you will collaborate with developers, QA engineers, product managers, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient software delivery. You will also play a critical role in improving processes, managing dependencies, and mitigating risks during the release process.
Key Responsibilities:
Release and Deployment Management:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute release activities, including managing dependencies and maintaining the release calendar.
- Collaborate with the Product Management Office to ensure alignment on the release strategy and priorities.
- Oversee and manage hotfix releases for both the US and India teams, ensuring timely resolution of critical issues.
- Facilitate Post-Mortem reviews; engaging teams to provide Root Cause Analysis and Lessons Learned in order to drive Quality improvement.
- Work closely with product and QA teams to validate releases, ensuring adherence to quality and delivery standards.
Continuous Process Improvement:
- Redefine and establish robust quality gates for releases, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure their effective implementation and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Partner with the DevOps team to continuously refine and enhance CI/CD pipelines for efficient, reliable, and scalable deployments across all environments.
- Regularly assess and improve release processes to ensure higher quality, efficiency, and resiliency, driving towards continuous delivery.
- Identify and mitigate risks proactively throughout the release lifecycle, minimizing disruptions and ensuring smooth delivery.
Collaboration, Metrics, and Stakeholder Communication:
- Act as the primary point of contact for release-related activities, ensuring seamless communication and alignment across teams.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of release workflows, outcomes, and best practices.
- Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for release performance, leveraging insights to drive strategic decisions and improvements.
Who You Are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as a Release Manager, Release Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or in a similar role.
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, source control (e.g., Git), and build tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, etc.).
- Deep knowledge of agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Expertise with leading cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and project management skills.
What Will Set You Apart
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Proficiency in monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK, Prometheus), with experience in building and maintaining comprehensive monitoring systems.
- Highly organized, detail oriented, and able to work autonomously with minimal direction.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority in a complex organizational structure.
- You are a lifelong learner and passionate about learning new things and taking on new challenges.
At Degree we value
At Degreed we value
Diversity and Inclusion: We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and aim to build an environment where everyone can thrive.
Growth Mindset: We encourage continuous learning and development for our employees to grow their careers in line with their unique skills and goals.
Collaboration: We believe the best ideas come from teams working together, and we foster open communication and teamwork.
By joining our team, you’ll be part of a community that values continuous learning, collaboration, and making an impact. If you are passionate about driving change through learning and upskilling, we encourage you to apply and become a key contributor to our mission.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Degreed offers a range of work arrangements depending on the role. Some positions are fully remote, while others are hybrid if you’re near an office. Please check the job details for specifics.
In remote or hybrid roles, you’ll collaborate virtually using tools like Zoom and Slack. You’ll need to operate a laptop and remain stationary for extended periods, with the ability to interpret written and verbal communication.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible work environment that enables you to thrive.
Additional Information
We believe in the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Degreed will provide reasonable accommodations to those with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process.
In line with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Degreed participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.
Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and Applicants
Depending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. Our full notice outlining how data will be processed as part of the application procedure for applicable locations is available here: Ireland/EU, United Kingdom, and California. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required.
Fraudulent Recruitment Warning
Please be aware of fraudulent recruitment activities using the name “Degreed.” Scammers may impersonate Degreed, our website, or our team in recruitment scams. Degreed does not conduct recruitment through WhatsApp, Telegram, or any direct-messaging platforms. Official communication will always come from a Degreed.com email or phone number during the interview process. We do not request sensitive personal or financial information in unsolicited communications, nor do we offer roles requiring upfront payments or promising unrealistic returns. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious recruitment activity.
Apply for this job
*
indicates a required field