About Company
At Career.zycto, we are at the forefront of technological innovation, building robust and scalable solutions that impact industries globally. For a Release Engineer, this means an unparalleled opportunity to sculpt the future of our software delivery pipelines. We champion a culture of continuous improvement and automation, empowering our teams to push boundaries. Our collaborative environment in St Helens fosters growth, allowing you to deploy cutting-edge systems and ensure flawless operational excellence. Join us and become a pivotal force in driving our dynamic product lifecycle, making a tangible difference with every release.
Job Description
Are you a meticulous and proactive Release Engineer eager to orchestrate seamless software deployments and elevate operational efficiency? Career.zycto is seeking a talented individual to join our dynamic team in St Helens, Liverpool. This pivotal role involves leading the charge in our software release cycles, ensuring the timely, high-quality, and secure delivery of our innovative products to market. You will be instrumental in defining, implementing, and optimizing our continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, fostering a culture of automation and reliability across our engineering teams. We are looking for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, automating repetitive tasks, and consistently improving our development-to-production workflow. If you are passionate about the entire software lifecycle, from code commit to successful deployment and monitoring, and possess a strong commitment to quality and process, then we want to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to significantly impact our product delivery and contribute to our growth in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll work closely with development, QA, and operations teams, becoming the lynchpin that connects their efforts into a cohesive, reliable release strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using industry-standard tools and practices.
- Manage and coordinate all aspects of software releases, including planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Automate build, test, and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual errors.
- Develop and maintain release documentation, including release notes, deployment guides, and rollback plans.
- Monitor release health and performance post-deployment, collaborating with operations teams to resolve issues promptly.
- Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, security policies, and regulatory compliance throughout the release process.
- Collaborate closely with development, QA, and infrastructure teams to identify and address bottlenecks in the release workflow.
- Implement and manage version control strategies and branching models (e.g., Gitflow).
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for release processes and tools.
- Provide technical guidance and support to development teams on deployment best practices.
Required Skills
- 3+ years of experience as a Release Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or similar role.
- Proficiency with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, CircleCI).
- Strong understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
- Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
- Certifications in relevant cloud platforms or DevOps methodologies.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off and public holidays.
- Pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Modern, collaborative office environment in St Helens.
- Regular team social events and company-wide celebrations.
- Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
- Flexible working options where applicable.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career as a Release Engineer? We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please click on the application link below to submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal fit for Career.zycto.
