Application Program Manager

Cayuse Holdings

. Oversee and coordinate software release management processes and activities across multiple projects .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $149,760 - $186,304 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in release management processes, including planning, coordination, and risk mitigation across multiple software projects. Proficient in managing release schedules and ensuring compliance with release readiness criteria while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

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Release ManagementITIL CertificationSDLC UnderstandingJiraAzure DevOps

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Hard Skills

Deployment CoordinationChange Control ProcessesRelease PlanningRisk MitigationPerformance Reporting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMultitasking

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNow

Certifications & Qualifications

ITIL Certification

Industry Keywords

Software ImplementationTechnology ConsultingFederal GovernmentState Government

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureSDLCServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and coordinate software release management processes and activities across multiple projects
Create and manage the release calendar across concurrent projects
Coordinate release scope, sequencing, and dependencies with development, QA, and UAT teams
Lead release planning and go/no-go meetings
Define and enforce release readiness criteria, approval gates, and rollback plans
Refine release management practices and templates for consistency and scalability
Supervise deployments across development, testing, staging, and production environments
Maintain release notes, change logs, and post-release performance reports
Identify, track, mitigate, communicate, and escalate release risks
Monitor post-release activities and facilitate rapid issue resolution
Deliver feedback to improve the release lifecycle
Report to the Program Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in release management, deployment coordination, or similar roles within software implementation or technology consulting environments
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
ITIL certification or equivalent expertise
Must be able to pass a background check; additional project/client background checks may be required
Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail
Ability to analyze systems and procedures
Strong multitasking skills managing multiple design streams across concurrent work efforts
Ability to work independently and on a multifunctional team
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Strong understanding of SDLC, environment management, and change control processes
Familiarity with Jira, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, or similar platforms
Ability to manage multiple release schedules simultaneously in high-pressure scenarios
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience working with federal or state government agencies is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
Voluntary Life and AD&D options
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
Paid Time Off
Flexible schedule may include holidays
Business or professional development travel opportunities