Release Manager

Post Date

Mar 03, 2025

Location

Markham,
Ontario

ZIP/Postal Code

L3R5V4
Canada
Jun 19, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Project Manager

Req #

TOR-766196

Pay Rate

$41 - $51 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is looking to hire a Release Manager for a utilities company to manage our software delivery processes and drive the adoption of Scaled Agile practices. The role is hybrid, 3 days in office, located in Markham Ontario and will begin as a 6m contract with high possibility of extensions.

As a Release Train Engineer (RTE), you will coordinate technology initiatives, initially focusing on traditional application release management while supporting/leading the transition to a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). This role blends strategic planning, hands-on execution, and Agile coaching to drive efficiency, alignment, and value delivery.

Key Responsibilities
Release Management: Plan and oversee application releases, resolve dependencies, and facilitate readiness reviews.
Agile Release Train (ART): Lead Program Increment (PI) planning and SAFe ceremonies, foster collaboration, and remove impediments.
Transformation: Drive the transition to SAFe, optimize processes, and coach teams on Agile practices.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

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Required Skills & Experience

5+ years in release management
2+ years of Agile coaching or SAFe transitional experience
Experience w. Azure DevOps, Jira and project management tools
Agile coaching; SAFe experience preferred.
Proficiency in tools like Azure DevOps or Jira.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM)
ITIL or PMP certification (for traditional release management expertise)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.