Lead Release Manager

TL;DR

Lead Release Manager (Project Management): Manage and coordinate end-to-end software and mobile application releases within aviation and border solutions. Focus on release process design, CI/CD integration, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment to ensure timely, high-quality deliveries.

Location: Sydney, Australia. Applicants must be Australian citizens.

Company

hirify.global powers global air travel technology and communications, serving 95% of international airports and over 2,500 transportation and government clients worldwide.

What you will do

• Own and manage the full release lifecycle for software products and mobile apps.
• Develop and maintain release schedules coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Engage stakeholders to align release plans with business goals and customer expectations.
• Support feature-driven development and coordinate A/B testing initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate release risks, ensuring contingency plans.
• Champion automation and CI/CD integration to streamline workflows.

Requirements

• Must be an Australian citizen.
• 8+ years experience in computer science, preferably in virtualization and cloud computing.
• Strong knowledge of software development, release management, and mobile app releases.
• Experience with CI/CD tools, Agile, DevOps, and release automation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• University degree in Computer Science or related field; relevant certifications are a plus.

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• ITIL or similar service management framework knowledge.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work options including up to 2 days/week work from home and 30 days/year work from any location.
• Employee wellbeing programs available 24/7.
• Professional development opportunities via training platforms.
• Competitive benefits aligned with local market and employment status.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace recognized as a Great Place to Work®.