Software Release Manager

Location: Austin, TX or Durham, NC or Arlington, TX

Type: Full Time

 You will own the Software Release Management lifecycle which includes scheduling, coordinating and the management of releases across the enterprise for multiple applications across various portfolios. The Software Release Manager releases can be inclusive of application updates, security improvements, projects and programs. Where necessary you’ll provide tools and services to help product management and production support teams manage and deploy releases into production. 

 The Software Release Manager will be responsible for implementing and managing release processes for code through development, test, and production environments. The role function works collaboratively with all participants in software development projects and is supportive of developers and testers as they set up their build dev/test environments. 

 This position also works with IT management to improve the software engineering processes and practices associated with continuously building, deploying, and updating software and environments. 

 The Software Release Manager responsibilities also include building the Release Calendar and working closely with scrum masters, project managers and team leaders to coordinate a centralized view of all releases and associated dependencies. You will assist in managing projects and interdependencies to ensure milestone adherence and that the integrity of the release can be measured. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Negotiate, plan and manage current and future release windows and cycles across multiple portfolios
• Manage risks and resolve issues that affect release scope, schedule and quality 
• Measure and monitor progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time and within budget, and that they meet or exceed expectations 
• Communicate all key project commitments and changes 
• Manage relationships and coordinate work between different teams at different locations 
• Conduct Release Readiness reviews, Milestone Reviews, and Business Go/No-Go reviews 
• Produce Deployment, Run Books and Implementation Plans 
• Lead recurring release reporting/status meetings to include discussions around release scope, risks and roadblocks 
• Communicate release details and schedules to the Business as required 
• Work with release engineers to understand impacts of branches and code merges 
• Maintains the release schedule for all core services and ensure alignment across key customers, partners and vendors 
• Continually work towards making improvements in the release process 
• Identify, communicate and mitigate release delivery risks 
• Collaborates with release engineer(s) to maintain a release repository and manages key information such as build and release procedures, dependencies, and notification lists 
• Embraces continuous delivery as a goal and helps to streamline the release process 
• Actively participates in scrum meetings, iteration planning, and feature demos 
• Prioritizes workload to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently within established time frame 

Basic Qualifications: 

• 3+ years of previous release and/or project management experience, (Solid understanding of project management principles preferred) 
• 8+ years of experience in information systems operations environment in systems analysis or development 
• Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle 
• Demonstrated effective leadership, analytical skills and advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience with Atlassian Jira, Confluence or Service Desk
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field 

 Preferred Experience: 

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional work teams toward task completion and facilitate meetings.        
• Experience leading or working with Scrum teams 
• Ad tech or mobile industry experience 
• Self-motivated, driven, resourceful and enjoy working in fast-paced, collaborative, Agile environment 
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly is a fundamental necessity 

 About Digital Turbine

At Digital Turbine, we believe there is better way for smartphone users to discover new apps and content. Our Mobile Delivery Platform makes it easier than ever for people to discover new apps frictionlessly, for operators and OEMs to build new revenue streams, and for advertisers reach users at scale. We are a global mobile technology company that is passionate about delivering the right content to the right person at the right time. Digital Turbine has delivered more than one billion app installs for hundreds of advertisers. More than 22 million smartphone users engage with Digital Turbine's software technology each month across more than 30 global operators and OEMs.

Reasons to Work for Digital Turbine:

• Rapid growth – We’re growing quickly which gives our employees exciting opportunities to take on new challenges and have a significant impact on the company’s future.
• Laid back work environment – Employees enjoy coming to work in jeans, working in an open environment, and lounging on couches with their laptop.
• Stock options – All employees are expected to make an impact, so everyone is granted stock options when they join the company.
• Free food & drinks – Our kitchens are stocked with plenty of snacks and drinks to help get you through each day.
• An exciting, evolving industry – The mobile app business is booming and changing every day, which means that we are always adapting to stay ahead of the curve.
• Beer Fridays – Every Friday afternoon, the company breaks away from work to come together and unwind after a busy week.
• Healthy work/life balance. We work hard but respect our employee’s life outside of the office and general well-being. We offer an unlimited vacation policy!
• Opportunity to work with the industry’s top talent – Many of our employees have over a decade’s worth of experience in the mobile app space. We are a company of ‘A’ players and only look for the best people to join our team.
• Everyone has a voice and can make their mark – Every employee has the opportunity to implement new processes, design new programs, and be creative within their unique role.

Employment decisions are based on the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action; without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.