Job#: 1274939Job Description: Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions.Apex has an opportunity for a Release Manager to join our team in a fast paced Financial Services industry client on an exciting project!Position: Release Manager Location: RemoteRate: Negotiable based on experienceDuration: 6 Mo. + (perm potential if local) Position Description:• Documents scope of software update requests• Captures and clarifies business requirements, translates them to functional requirements and performs gap/impact analysis• Collaborates with the project team and validates that all necessary requirements have been fulfilled• Collaborates with the development team and provides guidance related to requirements when needed• Researches software systems to understand existing functionalities and impact of potential changes• Keep apprised of new technology relevant to industry and company• Provides technical support for Fraud technology systems• Assists with the creation of the Test Data• Create easily digestible report formats when required• Provides support with the Release Management: scheduling and planning, as well as the controlling of the software's delivery process.• Responsible for the Release Management lifecycle that involves the stages such as scheduling the release, coordinating between teams, and deployment of release as per the schedule.• Plan the release of project deliverables and release life cycle. Involved with planning, testing, tracking, release, deployment, communication, and risk management.• Support the technical team with the environment setup requests, and coordination with the configuration teams.• Coordinate the release schedule depending upon the third-party applications, defect backlogs, planned releases, and infrastructure updates.• Identify the risks that can delay the release and manage them, such that the scope scheduled, and quality of the release is not affected.• Track the progress and find issues, if any. Always work to improve the process of release.• Plan and give weekly updates on the release activities• Lead the Go-Live activities to deploy the software successfully.• Maintain documentation related to procedures on build and release, various notifications lists, and dependencies.Requirements• Knowledge of SDLC• Experience working within Waterfall methodology• SQL, Oracle, Informatica, Java• Past Development experience preferred• Good understanding of application infrastructure, system architecture, and operating systemMinimum Experience:• 10+ years of systems analysis experience including working with customers and project teams to launch successful projects that meet the requirements of the business• At least five years of release management experience• At least five years of financial industry experienceMost Important Factors:- BSA experience- Release Management experience- Strong technical background- Excellent communication skills- Ability to work under pressure- Team player with the ability to establish relationships easilyAdditional Benefits:For this opportunity, you will also be eligible for benefits through Apex for the contract period, 401K, medical/health benefits options, a W2 hourly rate, weekly pay, and direct deposit!EEO EmployerApex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
