Application Engineer Release Management

Kforce Inc.

Orlando, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$43–$74
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, DevOps, IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Service Management (ITSM) Software, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Legal, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Plan Meetings, Process Improvement, Production Support, Production Systems, Project Lifecycle, Regression Testing, Regulatory Compliance, Release Management/Engineering, Requirements Management, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, ServiceNow, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Team Building, Technical Analysis, Technical Writing, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Orlando, FL
POSTED
1 day ago
Kforce has a client in Orlando, FL that is seeking an Application Engineer Release Management. Duties:
  • Manage end-to-end release processes, including planning, coordination, and execution of application and infrastructure changes
  • Create, maintain, and close change records within ServiceNow, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established standards
  • Participate in Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings, release planning sessions, and team standups
  • Monitor the forward schedule of changes to identify conflicts, dependencies, and risks
  • Assess release readiness by reviewing CI/CD pipeline outputs, regression testing results, and security scans
  • Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with deployments to ensure stability of production environments
  • Partner with engineering, DevOps, and ITSM teams to ensure smooth release execution
  • Facilitate communication across teams to align on release scope, timing, and risks
  • Lead post-deployment reviews, capturing lessons learned and driving continuous improvement
  • Provide recommendations to enhance release processes using KPIs and performance metrics
  • Identify opportunities to optimize release management processes and tools
  • Develop and track KPIs related to release quality, risk, and performance
  • Analyze trends in release outcomes to recommend corrective actions and process enhancements
  • Support implementation of scalable, repeatable release management best practices
  • Stay current on industry trends related to Service Management, DevOps, and release engineering
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development initiatives
  • Promote a culture of accountability, quality, and continuous improvement

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • ITIL Foundation certification
  • 5+ years of professional experience in IT Service Management, application development, or production support
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in Change and Release Management
  • Strong understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience working in Agile environments
  • Familiarity with CAB processes and enterprise change governance frameworks
  • Solid knowledge of software development and project lifecycle methodologies
  • Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM tools
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • High attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to evaluate complex technical requirements and documentation
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions
  • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise environments is highly preferred
  • Exposure to release governance in regulated or highly structured environments is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/