Release and Environment Manager/Lead (Basingstoke)

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Role – Release and Environment Manager/Lead

Location – Basingstoke, UK

Mode of Work: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite in week)

Job type- Fixed-Term Contract

Project duration – 9 months, with possibility of extension based on requirement and performance

Detailed Job Description:

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.

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