Job Title: Release Manager Location: Markham, ON (4 days onsite per week) Contract Duration: 6 months to start Overview We are seeking an experienced Release Manager to lead and coordinate the delivery of technology initiatives across teams and departments. This role begins with a focus on traditional application release management and evolves into supporting the organization’s transition to a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). The ideal candidate will bring a mix of strategic planning, hands-on execution, and Agile coaching to drive alignment, efficiency, and value delivery. Key ResponsibilitiesTraditional Application Release Management (Short Term) + Plan, coordinate, and oversee application releases across multiple teams, systems, and environments. + Collaborate with IT operations, development, QA, PMs, and business teams to ensure smooth execution. + Maintain and communicate release schedules, resolving dependencies and conflicts. + Facilitate release readiness reviews, go/no-go meetings, and post-release retrospectives. + Monitor release progress, manage risks/issues, and provide stakeholder updates. Agile Release Train (ART) Facilitation + Serve as a servant-leader for the Agile Release Train (ART), fostering collaboration across teams. + Facilitate PI planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and other SAFe ceremonies. + Partner with Product Management, Solution Architects, and team leads to achieve program-level goals. + Escalate impediments and promote continuous improvement. + Report ART progress, risks, and metrics to leadership. Transformation and Process Optimization + Lead the transition from traditional release management to SAFe delivery. + Develop and maintain scalable processes and frameworks for consistent delivery. + Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality and reduce delivery times. + Provide coaching and training on SAFe and Agile practices. QualificationsEducation & Experience + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Business Administration, or related field. + 5+ years in release management, IT project management, or Agile coaching. + 2+ years in a SAFe environment preferred. Skills & Competencies + Strong knowledge of traditional release management tools and practices. + Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, especially SAFe (SAFe RTE certification is an asset). + Proficiency in Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms. + Excellent organizational and facilitation skills. + Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $90.00/hr. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Markham,ON. À propos de TEKsystems et TEKsystems Global Services Nous sommes un fournisseur de services aux entreprises et de technologies. Nous accélérons la transformation de nos clients. Notre compétence en stratégie, conception, exécution et opérations libère la valeur de l’entreprise par un éventail de solutions. Nous sommes une équipe de 80 000 personnes qui collaborent avec plus de 60 000 clients, notamment 80 % du Fortune 500 en Amérique du Nord, Europe et Asie, qui collaborent avec nous dans le cadre de nos capacités full-stack et notre rythme. Nous sommes des penseurs stratégiques, des collaborateurs pratiques qui aident les clients à exploiter le changement et maîtriser le dynamisme de la technologie. Nous bâtissons le futur en livrant les résultats et en créant un impact positif dans nos communautés mondiales. TEKsystems et TEKsystems Global Services sont des entreprises d’Allegis Group. Découvrez d’autres informations à TEKsystems.com. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.