IT Release Manager

We are looking for a Senior IT Release Manager in Lisbon who's eager to embark on an exciting new opportunity!

About KWAN

We connect IT professionals with projects that match their skills, professional experience, and goals, then we offer a career progression program, delivered by in-house specialists - our People Experience Partners - to guide them through our journey with us.

What is this challenge about

• Oversee Jira ticket planning and ensure strict adherence to established release protocols across all cycles.

• Manage Git branch merges and package compilation to ensure zero-conflict deployments.

• Schedule, coordinate, and lead three critical release alignment meetings per week with key stakeholders.

• Compile final delivery manifests and document the precise operational steps required for production deployment.

• Authoritatively manage urgent delivery scenarios, including making the unilateral decision to postpone or abort releases when stability is compromised.

• Serve as the primary liaison and technical point of contact for external teams regarding release status and specifications.

What we are looking for

• Comprehensive, expert-level understanding of Git architecture, branching strategies, and repository management.

• Proven ability to rapidly diagnose and resolve complex merge conflicts under tight deadlines.

• Meticulous approach to execution and high rigor, recognizing the high-risk nature of production deployments.

• Strong organizational mastery with the ability to manage multiple complex workflows simultaneously while maintaining full visibility of the overall release landscape.

• Decisiveness under pressure, backed by a track record of making swift, analytical decisions in high-stakes operational situations.

• Excellent communication capabilities to lead meetings efficiently and convey complex technical release details clearly to diverse stakeholders.

• Proactive, solution-oriented Agile problem-solving mindset geared toward the rapid resolution of operational bottlenecks.

Do you meet most of the position requirements? Then grab this opportunity and apply now!

What we offer

• A project that matches your skills and ambitions, as well as your preferences for working policies and culture.

• A competitive salary with awesome benefits and opportunities to leverage your knowledge and network to earn additional income.

• An empowering and respectful work culture enriched with social and learning events.

• A People Experience Partner specially assigned to you - your go-to career guide, responsible for supporting your growth, facilitating training, and ensuring your work-life balance at KWAN.

• A relocation package and visa sponsorship for all our international hires.

Some Words From Our Colleagues

“At KWAN, they make sure that I feel comfortable with the client I’m working for and that what I’m doing aligns with my career aspirations.”

• Luis Caldeira, DevOps @ KWAN

Grab this opportunity, apply now!