What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Release Manager position at Empyrean Services?
Company Description
As a key member of the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), the Release Management Sr. Analyst is responsible for overseeing and managing the full lifecycle of software releases, ensuring updates and changes are deployed smoothly, on time, and with minimal disruption. This role also contributes to delivery assurance by ensuring project data integrity, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance release performance. Additionally, the Release Manager Analyst will support Junior Project Management activities, assisting project managers with planning, tracking, and execution of critical tasks.
This role is divided into three key areas of focus :
- Release Management (70%) : Ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of software and application updates through effective management of the release lifecycle.
- Delivery Assurance (10%) : Performing audits, validating project performance, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards and IT controls.
- Junior Project Management (20%) : Supporting project managers in coordinating schedules, managing dependencies, and assisting with administrative and operational project tasks.
The Release Manager Analyst will collaborate with Development, QA, Product, and Operations teams, as well as project managers, to ensure successful releases, delivery assurance, and seamless project execution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Release Management Responsibilities (70%)
Oversee the complete lifecycle of software releases, from planning and development to deployment and post-release activities.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks affecting release scope, schedule, or quality.
Create and oversee comprehensive UAT plans in collaboration with QA and Operations teams.
Conduct readiness reviews, ensuring compliance with technical and operational standards.
Provide detailed release updates, progress reports, and schedules to stakeholders.
Participate in post-release evaluations, document lessons learned, and drive process improvements for future releases.
Delivery Assurance Responsibilities (10%)
Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance with IT controls, change management policies, and organizational standards.
Perform data integrity checks to ensure consistency and accuracy of project data.
Participate in evaluations to assess the success and quality of releases.
Junior Project Management Responsibilities (20%)
Support project managers in maintaining and updating project schedules, timelines, and plans.
Manage project documentation, including meeting notes, risk registers, and action item logs.
Assist with stakeholder communications, including updates on milestones, risks, and progress.
Help monitor and escalate risks and issues, ensuring timely resolution.
Participate in retrospectives to gather insights and implement process enhancements.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND / OR EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Project Management, or related fields preferred; equivalent experience considered.
5 years in Release Management, including managing complex, high-impact releases.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Location : Houston, TX or Texas, USA
Disclaimer :
Managers retain the right to modify the responsibilities and requirements outlined in this job description at any time without prior notice.
Empyrean is an Equal Opportunity Employer : including disability and veterans
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