Software Release Manager, Design & Development 12 Month Contract Remote Canada

OVERVIEW

Reporting to Director Design and Implementation the Software Release Manager Design and Development is responsible to oversee and manage the packaging and delivery of software releases to production environments.

The Release Manager possesses decision-making authority over release gates assuring quality standards are consistently met at each stage gate and coordinating releases and teams at the portfolio program and team levels. The Release Manager will also oversee the adherence to deployment windows and release processes by software delivery teams facilitate the appropriate communication channels among software delivery roles and with stakeholders and continuously improve release management practices.

This is a contract position salaried paid and requires residency in Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage software releases for design and implementation (bug fixes enhancements and maintenance releases) including the WeRecycle Portal annual maintenance release.
• Define and manage the release calendar; coordinate across development QA operations and business teams to meet delivery timelines and business continuity needs.
• Develop and maintain release documentation (runbooks implementation/deployment plans and back-out plans).
• Oversee deployment execution to production ensuring releases are correctly packaged controls are met and downtime is minimized.
• Oversee deployment of monthly patches and security notes coordinating testing approvals scheduling and stakeholder communications.
• Conduct release readiness milestone and business go/no-go reviews.
• Partner with the Change Advisory Board (CAB) and delivery teams to ensure changes are reviewed approved and executed in accordance with release processes and deployment windows.
• Identify release dependencies and risks; develop and track mitigation plans and escalate issues as required.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to remove roadblocks and keep implementations on track.
• Support prioritization of production issues (Sev 1/Sev 2) and planned work with QA/testing teams; provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Own release communications to stakeholders before during and after deployments.
• Support change management activities including training and user adoption strategies.
• Review post-incident reviews (PIRs) for SDD incidents monthly; ensure root-cause analyses (RCAs) are documented and action items are tracked.
• Participate in portfolio and demand activities including intake prioritization PMO-led requirements sessions and initiatives such as ERP data retention and archival.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 57 years of progressive technical experience with at least 3 years dedicated strictly to Software Release Management in a complex corporate or enterprise environment.
• Experience in software release management or a related role.
• Familiarity with ITIL practices and change management processes.
• Proven track record of managing release pipelines with direct accountability for high-volume enterprise production environments.

Knowledge/Competencies/Skills

• Release Management Tools- JIRA / Confluence
• Scrum Master certification/experience (asset)
• Basic knowledge of SAP and MS Dynamics365 structure and release strategy
• Problem-solving mindset
• Highly self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong customer service orientation
• Ability to work in a team-oriented collaborative environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• All CM employees work 40 hours per week remotely from a home office environment.
• This role requires periodic work outside regular business hours including evenings and weekends to support software releases deployments and production activities

PAY TRANSPARENCY

ExpectedCompensation:

• An annualbase salary in the range of $95000 to $115000
• The salary range listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects a potential base salary range for this actual salary offered will be determined within the range and will depend on factors such as the candidates unique qualifications relevant experience work location and expected contributions.

Job Vacancy Reason

This position is a currentvacancy.

Artificial Intelligence

• AIis not usedduringourhiring processes.

Applicant andInterviewee Communication

• We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those under consideration will be contacted.

• Applicantswho have beeninterviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview.

Record Retention

• Job posting records and associated application formswill beretainedfor at least three years.

ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers we design and deliver effective recycling programs that drive advance innovation improve environmental outcomes and create value across the recycling supply chain.

Through full-service program delivery including collection management promotion education and reporting we are advancing systems where more materials are recycled and returned to producers for use in new packaging and products.

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Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects diversity of thought skills experiences and backgrounds as we work together to accelerate a circular economy for people and the planet.

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:

• 54% of Circular Materials employees identify as women.
• 50% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities.
• 90% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.
• 86% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including Indigenous Peoples (First Nations Inuit and Métis) persons with disabilities racialized individuals and members of the 2SLGBTQIA community. Circular Materials is committed to reconciliation and to advancing Indigenous representation and partnerships across our organization and programs. We recognize that we operate on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations and are dedicated to respecting Indigenous rights governance and contributions in our work and communities.

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes upon contacting. This email is only used for accommodation requests.

Required Experience:

Manager