Release Engineer Job Description

A release engineer is a computer specialist who is responsible for making sure that software is compatible and functions correctly for its target platform.

Release engineers work closely with software engineers to ensure that code runs without errors, and they understand how to use the tools necessary for testing, debugging, and running code.

Release engineers often work closely with quality assurance (QA) engineers to ensure that the software has been thoroughly tested.

Release engineers are also responsible for making sure that software is able to be deployed for production.

In addition to release engineers, there are also platform engineers, who are responsible for creating the platforms that software developers create software for.

Job Brief:

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Release Engineer Duties:

• Create a program development plan and assist with the preparation of implementation plans and product documentation
• Maintain customer and business partner relationships and communicate effectively with all project stakeholders
• Assist in ensuring that all customer requirements are met
• Develop, maintain, and revise appropriate quality assurance standards and protocols
• Coordinate and manage activities related to the testing, implementation, and deployment of releases
• Identify, evaluate, and document problems and risks
• Report on progress and accomplishments

Release Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, modify, test, document, and release software
• Manage internal and external stakeholders’ expectations
• Provide technical support to customers
• Develop and support software test plans and procedures
• Ensure new software releases are compatible with existing software, hardware, and systems
• Provide detailed software release notes
• Monitor software quality during all phases of the software development lifecycle
• Ensure complete documentation of all software development activities, phases, and deliverables
• Manage all software release backlog
• Develop and review comprehensive documentation for all software releases
• Develop and maintain process for evaluating and choosing software solutions
• Provide customer support and update customers on new releases
• Develop and maintain documentation including release notes, how-to guides, and manuals
• Research and suggest improvements to existing software
• Manage all phases of software development lifecycle, including requirements, design, development, implementation, testing, documentation

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years’ experience in software development
• Proven ability to develop and document software specifications and test cases, and deliver flawless implementations
• Strong knowledge of database design, software design, and software testing methodologies
• Effective communication skills and the ability to contribute to a team-oriented environment

At Company Name, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from all people, regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or age. We are especially proud to welcome veterans and individuals with disabilities.