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®.