Salesforce Release Manager

ROLE:  The Salesforce Release Manager will be responsible for the smooth deployment of Salesforce applications and updates within an organisation. You will play a key role in ensuring that changes are deployed efficiently and aligned with business objectives.  With knowledge of agile methodologies, processes and frameworks, the Release Manager will play a critical role in the planning, development, and execution of the release plan. You will be using source control systems (e.g., GitHub), release branching strategies, CI/CD pipelines for release management and deployment across environments. 

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Strong understanding of Salesforce architecture, including Salesforce objects, workflows, validation rules, and Apex code.
• Experience with Salesforce deployment tools (e.g., Azure DevOps (Preferred), Azure Pipelines (Preferred), Azure Repos (Preferred), SonarQube, Azure Test Plans (Preferred), Gearset, Salesforce DX, Change Sets, ANT Migration Tool).
• Experience setting up development orgs and data seeding (OwnBackup)
• Experience with Branching Strategy tools (e.g., Github, Bitbucket)
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple releases simultaneously.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automation tools for Salesforce.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and ITIL or other IT service management frameworks is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

 
INFO: The Salesforce Release Manager will be responsbile for: 

• Release Planning and Coordination: Plan, schedule, and manage Salesforce release activities across various environment and maintain the Salesforcr release calendar
• Release Execution: Execute Salesforce releases, including metadata and data migrations, code deployments, and configuration changes; coordinate with QA teams and troubleshoot release-related issues.
• Change Management: Manage change requests, including documentation and implement change control processes.
• Testing: Ensure regression testing is conducted in a sandbox before releasing the product.
• Post-deployment: Support post-deployment activities, including knowledge transfer, process documentation, and application bug fixes.
• Compliance: Ensure that Salesforce releases comply with all relevant regulations, including data security, regulatory standards, and audit trails.

If you are interested in applying for this role then please call ALISON CALDER or send your CV in word format.