Software Release Manager- Secret Clearance Required at Sherpa 6

Springfield, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Release Management, Jira, Process Improvement, Coordination, Release Scope Definition, Risk Tracking, Release Calendar Maintenance, Stakeholder Communication, Blocker Removal, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Attention To Detail, Interpersonal Skills, Cross-functional Collaboration, Secret Clearance

Industry

Description

Description Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required (Interim ok) Travel Requirement: Up to 10% Citizenship: US Citizenship required Job Description: Sherpa 6 is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Software Release Manager to join our team. We build mission critical systems for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other commercial customers. We’re looking for an experienced Software Release Manager to coordinate and implement our release process across the multiple software products that we develop. The release manager is an advocate for process and traceability and ultimately signs off on a release before it is delivered to a customer. The release manager must be an outspoken individual that can navigate the demands of our fast-paced release cycle. They should be very detail oriented and familiar with Jira for ticket tracking and release management. Responsibilities: Improve and maintain the release process for our software products across the company Coordinate with the Product Manager, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and the Test Lead to identify release dates, define release scope, and confirm the capabilities and fixes to be delivered in each release. Track and report the status of the release, including progress towards the milestones and highlighting any risks. Ensure the release process is followed and the release process is fully completed every time Collaborate with Scrum Masters and development teams to identify and remove blockers impacting release readiness or delivery. Maintain the official release calendar and communicates schedule updates and scope changes to all relevant stakeholders. Notify internal stakeholders and customers of upcoming releases, including key enhancements, resolved issues, and any potential impacts updating will have. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years of experience in Software Release Management Requires active secret clearance. Experience with ticketing software (Jira) Strong language/communication skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams Qualities of Exceptional Candidates: Experience with working with government customers Experience managing releases across multiple software products simultaneously About Sherpa 6 At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to a problem is to find a user-focused and design-driven solution that is simple yet functional and effective. We are a group of enthusiastic forward-thinkers who are excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding-edge technology. We hire people who are forward thinkers, passionate about what they do, love to collaborate and want to constantly learn. We enjoy what we do and we're not afraid to put the extra effort in to accomplish the mission; call us Sherpas. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we know what it means to serve. We have made it our mission to be the leaders in solutions that protect and give our Warfighters the edge they need when put into harm's way. Background/Drug Screening Successful completion of a pre-employment background & drug screening will be required as a condition of hire. ADA Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990. EEO/AA Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package, covering the cost of medical for you and your family; we also offer dental, vision, health and wellness benefits and a generous retirement savings plan. We believe that our employees can manage their workload and their personal life, therefore we extend a generous PTO policy. This allows our employees to balance their lives as they see fit. Salary Range The proposed salary range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations, years of experience, and skill levels. Salary negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location, prior experience, relevant skills, education, and certifications.

Responsibilities

The Software Release Manager will be responsible for improving and maintaining the release process across all software products, coordinating with various teams to define scope, track status, and ensure process completion for every release. This role involves maintaining the official release calendar, communicating updates to stakeholders, and collaborating with teams to remove any blockers impacting delivery readiness.