Zaelab is looking for a Release Manager to own and drive the software release process for a key client engagement.
In this role, you’ll bring structure, visibility, and predictability to how software moves into production. You’ll own the release process from planning and readiness through go‑live and post‑release stabilization, working across engineering, QA, DevOps, project teams, and client stakeholders to make sure everyone is aligned and releases happen smoothly.
This is not a hands‑on development role. We’re looking for someone who understands the technical side of software delivery but thrives in the orchestration of it — connecting teams, anticipating risks, keeping dependencies moving, and making sure there is a clear plan when things don’t go as expected.
What You’ll Do:
- Own the release calendar — Build and manage the release schedule across the engagement, coordinating dependencies, freeze windows, environments, and competing workstreams
- Drive release readiness — Establish clear entry and exit criteria, facilitate go/no‑go discussions,
and ensure the right approvals are in place across engineering, QA, security, and client teams
- Lead cutover planning — Create detailed, actionable cutover plans with clear owners, timing, dependencies, and checkpoints. Coordinate dry runs and rehearsals for higher‑risk releases
- Ensure rollback readiness — Make sure releases have documented and tested rollback plans, with clear triggers and decision ownership established before deployment
- Keep stakeholders aligned — Own release communications before, during, and after deployment, adapting the level of detail for technical teams, leadership, and client stakeholders
- Identify and manage risk — Surface potential blockers early, whether they’re related to testing, environments, dependencies, or timing, and bring forward clear mitigation options
- Improve how we release — Track release performance and trends, lead retrospectives, and continuously improve the processe
📌 Release Manager (México)
🏢 Zaelab
📍 México