Lead Environment Release Engineer - Contract - Warwickshire

Lead Environment & Release Engineer - 3 Month Contract - Hybrid/Warwickshire

Type: 3 Month Contract Day Rate: Market Rates (Outside IR35) Location: Warwickshire Start: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced Lead Environment & Release Engineer to spearhead their release management processes and enhance their continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practises. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of software delivery within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of software release strategies, ensuring smooth transitions between environments. Collaborate closely with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline build and deployment processes. Establish and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate and optimise software delivery. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software releases, build failures, and environment configurations. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. Oversee environment provisioning and management, ensuring all environments are optimised for performance and reliability. Continuously evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to enhance release management processes.

Skills

Proven experience in a Lead Environment & Release Engineer role or similar capacity, with a strong understanding of software development lifecycles. Proficiency in CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI,aswell as containerisation technologies like Docker and Kubernetes. Solid experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Familiarity with scripting languages and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef). Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Please apply now to be considered for this role