Release Manager | Release-Managerin/Release-Manager (m/w/d)

Landeswohlfahrtsverband Hessen Hauptverwaltung

Kassel, Hessen, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Dec 12, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves managing and optimizing the release cycles for internally developed software within the IT and Digitalization department of a public service employer in Kassel. The Release Manager will primarily focus on planning, controlling, and monitoring release cycles and deployments, ensuring high quality, timeliness, and system stability. A key part of the job is process optimization, including developing and automating release pipelines, and maintaining smooth production operations through monitoring and incident management. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Informatics or a related field, coupled with practical experience in release management and agile project methodologies. Strong skills in Jira administration and automation are essential. This position offers a secure, permanent contract within a modern corporate culture, contributing to the social inclusion mission of the organization.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree in Informatics, Business Informatics, Administrative Informatics, or comparable studies, or a comparable qualification with long-term practical experience.

Experience

  • Professional experience in Release Management
  • Professional experience in the specified areas of responsibility (for candidates without a degree)
  • Experience with Jira environment (Administration and Automation)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to occasionally work outside regular working hours for troubleshooting and release deployments.