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Release Engineer
- ManpowerGroup (Seattle, WA)
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Our client, a leading organization in the technology and software development industry, is seeking a Release Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Release Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Software Development Department supporting Agile teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and excellent communication abilities, which will enable you to thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment.
**Job Title:** Release Engineer
**Pay Range:** $75.00
Role Summary
The Senior Release Engineer will design, build, and maintain a custom-build deployment platform supporting new initiatives.
This role is hands-on and responsible for ensuring reliable, standardized, and automated deployments to both cloud and in-store Kubernetes environments.
Key Responsibilities
+ Design and implement YAML-based CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, supporting repeatable and automated deployments.
+ Create and maintain templates, tasks, and policies that standardize pipeline usage across teams.
+ Develop PowerShell and Python scripts for automation, packaging, validation, and deployment workflows.
+ Manage and optimize Kubernetes-based deployments (container builds, Helm charts, manifests, rollout strategies).
+ Implement canary deployments and automated validation to reduce release risk and downtime.
+ Enforce governance, security, and policy compliance across release processes using integrated checks and triggers.
+ Integrate with HashiCorp Vault for secure secrets management within pipelines.
+ Collaborate with platform, infrastructure, and release teams to define best practices for continuous delivery.
+ Troubleshoot and resolve build, deployment, and environment-related issues.
+ Document automation patterns, templates, and pipeline design standards.
Required Skills & Experience
+ 7+ years of experience in release engineering, DevOps, or build/release automation.
+ Strong proficiency with Azure DevOps, including YAML pipelines, artifacts, and environments.
+ Expertise in PowerShell and Python for automation and scripting.
+ Deep understanding of Kubernetes — must be able to manage deployments and troubleshoot issues.
+ Experience implementing continuous delivery patterns such as canary or blue/green deployments.
+ Solid grasp of CI/CD governance, including approvals, policy enforcement, and auditing.
+ Understanding of MongoDB concepts and how to interact with it (administration experience not required).
Preferred Skills
+ Familiarity with container management platforms
+ Familiarity with HashiCorp Vault for secret and configuration management.
+ Experience with configuration-as-code and GitOps methodologies.
+ Awareness of modern observability and monitoring integrations
What's in it for me?
+ Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and tools
+ Collaborative and inclusive work environment
+ Professional growth and development opportunities
+ Engagement in impactful projects that drive organizational success
+ Supportive team culture that values innovation and continuous improvement
Upon completion of waiting period, consultants are eligible for:
+ Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
+ Dental Plan
+ Vision Plan
+ Health Savings Account
+ Health Flexible Spending Account
+ Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
+ Supplemental Life Insurance
+ Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
+ Business Travel Insurance
+ 401(k), Plus Match
+ Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
_ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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